Kathmandu: 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.
According to National News Agency Nepal, the Deputy Prime Minister was 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, focusing on assessing flood risks and infrastructure readiness.
In addition to evaluating flood preparedness, DPM Singh reviewed sewage management efforts and ongoing projects under the Bagmati Beautification Campaign. He emphasized the need for the Authority and the Committee to expedite necessary works to safeguard the river and surrounding settlements from potential hazards.
Gokarneshwor Municipality Mayor, Deepak Risal, provided a briefing to the Minister on ongoing initiatives aimed at restoring the natural beauty of the Bagmati River. The visit underscored the government’s commitment to addressing environmental challenges and enhancing urban resilience.