Ministry of Federal Affairs Issues Directive to Remove Obstacles in Construction Material Transport

Kathmandu. The Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration has issued a special directive to all 753 local levels and 77 District Coordination Committees across the country, instructing them to remove obstacles hindering the availability and transportation of construction materials required for development projects.

The Ministry took this step following complaints regarding local-level obstructions in the movement of raw materials and construction supplies necessary for completing federal, provincial, and local-level projects on time.

The circular issued by the Ministry states that delays in obtaining construction materials not only restrict the public's right to development but also impose additional contractual and financial liabilities on the government. As such issues slow down national priority projects, the Ministry has alerted all Chief Administrative Officers and District Coordination Officers to ensure the unhindered use and transportation of construction materials.

In accordance with the Local Government Operation Act, 2074, the Ministry has directed the proper management of river-based materials such as stones, gravel, and sand within the jurisdiction of respective rural municipalities or municipalities.

As per the Ministry's decision dated 2083 Baishakh 11, authorities have been instructed to coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure the easy availability and seamless transportation of construction materials immediately.