DPM Shrestha visits infrastructure construction sites in Chitwan

By Shanta Adhikari, Chitwan, Jan 17: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport Narayan Kaji Shrestha has said prosperity with social justice is the single formula that guide programmes of the present government.

He said so while speaking at a discussion programme on development held by Bharatpur Municipality in Chitwan today.

DPM Shrestha along with the ministry's secretary and director general of department of transport arrived in Chitwan on Monday to observe and inspect the state of roads and other infrastructures in Chitwan and surrounding areas.

On the occasion, DPM Shrestha vowed to not excuse any form of corruption, irregularities, dillydallying and negligence.

"Corruption and irregularities are enemies of development and prosperity," he said, "If these are seen in any sector, the government will not tolerate."

He said he has been consulting with political leaders, experts and stakeholders on good governance, improvement in transport sector, project selection and physical infrastructure construction so as to make a radically positive changes in the sector since he assumed the responsibility.

Making a site visit to 6-lane road at Pulchowk and the road area at central bus terminal at Aaptari, Minister Shrestha directed the construction entrepreneur to complete the construction in time.

DPM Shrestha will also observe the construction site of the signature bridge over the Narayani River and the 6-lane road between Narayangadh and Hetauda and take stock of their progress.