Restoration of BP Highway begins

Kathmandu, Feb 12: Restoration work has begun on various sections of the BP Highway that were damaged due to landslides and flooding caused by heavy rains in September 2024. Under the initiative of the Department of Roads, repairs have started on the roadway from Bhakundebeshi to Nepalthok.    
    
According to the Department, the reconstruction is targeted at the significantly affected 13-kilometre stretch, with 8.5 kilometres of it scheduled for complete reconstruction.    
    
Suman Yogesh, Chief of the Bhaktapur-based Road Division Office, said the reconstruction of the BP Highway is a top priority for the Division, and plans are in place to continue maintenance work, including during night hours.    
    
On Saturday, Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Debendra Dahal, conducted a field inspection of the highway. During the visit, he promised the management of adequate resources for the smooth implementation of the reconstruction efforts. (RSS)