RASUWA, Oct 25: The customs office building which is under construction in the border area of Rasuwagadhi, in the northern part of Nepal, has reached its final stage.
The integrated customs building project, initiated six years ago to provide comprehensive services encompassing customs, banking, and immigration services from one location, has made significant progress. However, some finishing work remains, such as finalizing slopes and plastering.
A separate structure to house the security team for the border and customs office has already been completed in the Rasuwagadhi area.
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Individuals associated with the construction project have cited various challenges, including road closures during the rainy season due to geographical difficulties, logistical hurdles in transporting construction materials, and delays resulting from irregular payments in relation to work progress.
The ongoing projects, including the construction of integrated customs and security posts, restoration of the historic Rasuwagadhi wall damaged during the 2015 earthquake, the construction of a service building near Miteri Bridge to support daily operations, and the management of facilities such as health decks, have contributed to increased traffic and the movement of truck containers through Miteri Bridge for the import and export of goods. This growth is further boosted by the arrival of Chinese tourists visiting Nepal.
Additionally, the ongoing construction of a dry port in Bhotekoshi Bagar of Timure, private hotels in Timure and Ghattekhola areas, and the development of buildings for the Nepal Army, Armed Police, Force and Nepal Police have enhanced the beauty of the region from Timure to Rasuwagadhi.
The face of Timure, Ghattekhola and Rasuwagadhi is gradually changing with development programs such as the infrastructure development plan of the federal, state and local governments, and the support plan for the residents affected by the 111 MW Rasuwagadhi hydropower project, and they are hopeful that all kinds of structures will be built in the next two/four years.
Local social worker Sunamodi Tamang said that they are optimistic that the landscapes of Timure, Ghattekhola, and Rasuwagadhi are gradually evolving due to infrastructure development initiatives by the federal, provincial, and local governments, as well as support programs for residents impacted by the 111 MW Rasuwagadhi hydropower project. It is anticipated that the structures will be completed within the next two to four years.
