The Kavre Valley Integrated Water Supply Scheme (KVIWSS), which aims to improve water supply to the towns of Banepa, Panauti, and Dhulikhel, has suffered significant damage due to floods and landslides triggered by heavy rains on September 27-28. The project, which was in its final phase of construction, was severely impacted, with infrastructure such as intake systems, water tanks, and distribution pipelines destroyed, causing an estimated loss of Rs 218 million.
In response, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has committed to supporting the reconstruction of the water supply scheme. ADB officials, including its Country Director for Nepal, Arnaud Cauchois, met with the KVIWSS team, led by Ashok Byanju, the Chairman of the KVIWSS Board and Mayor of Dhulikhel Municipality, to discuss the way forward. The ADB has pledged to prepare a detailed project report and provide financial assistance for rebuilding the damaged infrastructure.
Launched in 2012, the KVIWSS project was designed to address long-standing drinking water supply issues in the three towns. Once completed, it is expected to benefit around 140,000 residents, providing 24-hour tap water access to homes. The total cost of the project is Rs 990 million 807 thousand, excluding VAT, and it is projected to be completed in 2024.
