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)