DPM Singh inspects areas vulnerable to flooding from Bagmati river

Kathmandu, June 19: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Urban Development, Prakash Man Singh, today visited areas vulnerable to potential flooding from the Bagmati River.     

During the visit, he directed subordinate bodies under the Ministry to take timely and effective measures to minimize potential monsoon-related losses from the river.     

Accompanied by the Ministry Secretary, teams from the Kathmandu Valley Development Authority, and the High-Powered Committee for the Integrated Development of the Bagmati Civilisation, DPM Singh inspected areas from Sundarijal to Gokarna and the Makalbari area.     

He also reviewed sewage management efforts and ongoing projects under the Bagmati Beautification Campaign.     

The Deputy Prime Minister urged the Authority and the Committee to expedite the necessary works to safeguard the river and surrounding settlements.     

Gokarneshwor Municipality Mayor, Deepak Risal, briefed the Minister on ongoing initiatives aimed at restoring the natural beauty of the Bagmati River.(RSS)