New Alignment for Hulaki Road Project Underway
Summary
A new 7.813-kilometer alignment under the Hulaki Highway is being prepared to connect Madi and Bharatpur more quickly through Chitwan National Park and its buffer zone. The project’s EIA has been submitted for approval, with plans for wildlife crossings, speed limits, and compensation for trees cut during construction.
Key Points
- The Department of Roads has prepared and submitted the EIA for a new Hulaki Highway alignment linking Riukhola, Deurali, Nayapul, Dhrughat and Jagattpur.
- The proposed road will shorten travel between Madi and Bharatpur, reduce distance by about 3.14 kilometers overall, and improve commute time and costs.
- Construction will affect land inside Chitwan National Park, require tree cutting, and include wildlife-protection measures such as underpasses, fences, CCTV and a 40 km/hr speed limit.
- The project’s environmental management and monitoring cost is estimated at more than 6 crore rupees, and the road will move forward after ministry approval.
