Nepal: South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation Road Connectivity Project
The project will enhance the road transport system in Nepal by improving connectivity within Nepal, and between Nepal and its neighbors. An alternate route in Sunsari and Saptari districts will be built, creating year-round passable conditions along the East-West Highway, especially across the Koshi River. The repair of three feeder roads in the hill areas will improve connectivity and access to basic services.
PROJECT DETAILS | ||
Commitment Date Funding Type Country Sector Status Total Cost |
20 Oct 2013 Loan Nepal Transport/Road Closed $97 million |
KEY OUTPUTS |
73 km of alternate road and border road 114 km of roads upgraded to intermediate-lane mid-hill roads Road safety awareness campaign conducted Improved capacity of the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport in road maintenance and asset management |
FINANCING |
$75 million (Asian Development Bank) $22 million (Government of Nepal) |