Contractor’s quarrying blamed for repeated landslides along Kaligandaki Corridor
Summary
Frequent landslides caused by haphazard quarrying and poor road design have repeatedly blocked the Kaligandaki Corridor in Baglung district, disrupting traffic and delaying construction work.
Key Points
- The Balewa–Ridi section of the Kaligandaki Corridor was completed six months ahead of schedule but frequently blocked by landslides during monsoon.
- Quarrying activities by contractor Bidari Construction along the Maldhunga–Balewa section caused repeated landslides and road closures.
- Contractor prioritized quarrying quality stone over timely road construction, contributing to increased landslide risks.
- Flawed road design and unplanned cutting have worsened landslide hazards in multiple locations along the corridor.
