Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport Kulman Ghising warned on Tuesday that contractors who delay road maintenance and repair works will face strict penalties. Addressing the 23rd anniversary of Road Board Nepal, he said the government will no longer tolerate repeated extensions and may terminate contracts if delays persist. Ghising acknowledged that repair needs are high at both federal and provincial levels but said limited budgets pose challenges. Road Board Nepal Director General Dr. Bijay Jaisi and Secretary Keshav Kumar Sharma stressed that timely maintenance is essential, as postponements can increase reconstruction costs by three to four times.
