Reconstruction of Roads Damaged by Floods and Landslides Estimated to Cost Rs. 12.38 Billion

Kathmandu — The recent floods and landslides that occurred on October 4–6 (Ashoj 18–20), along with earlier monsoon disasters, have caused extensive damage to road and bridge infrastructure across Nepal. The estimated cost for reconstruction of these damaged structures is Rs. 12.38 billion.

According to the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport, around Rs. 10.68 billion will be required this year to rebuild major highways, alternative roads, bailey bridges, and permanent bridges damaged by monsoon-related disasters. Additionally, Rs. 1.70 billion from last year’s disaster reconstruction budget remains to be utilized.