Dhangadhi Enhances Infrastructure and Services with New Equipment and Projects

Dhangadhi – Sudurpaschim Province – As part of its efforts to improve infrastructure and services, Dhangadhi, the only sub-metropolitan city in Sudurpaschim province, has made significant investments in equipment and construction projects.

This includes the acquisition of advanced machinery and the development of new roads and power lines. Key Developments and Investments: 1. Advanced Machinery and Equipment

 - Road Cleaning: The sub-metropolitan city has purchased a road cleaning broomer for 95 lakhs, along with a portable booster with a pump. - Infrastructure Development: The city has acquired 8 tippers, 5 wheel loaders, 3 tractors, 2 water tanks, 1 ambulance, and other necessary equipment for infrastructure projects.

- Disaster Management: For emergency preparedness, two fire bikes and a portable booster with a pump have been put into operation. 2. Free Public Services: - Body Humidification Machines:

To aid families performing cremations according to their customs, the sub-metropolitan municipality offers free body humidification services. As of the end of Jesth, 63 deceased individuals have benefitted from this service.

3. Road and Power Line Construction: - Gravel Roads: A total of 10 km of new gravel roads have been constructed in various parts of Dhangadhi by the end of Jesth in the current financial year.

- Power Lines: The city has extended 17 km of power lines, improving electricity access for residents. - Drainage Infrastructure: Over the past year, 138 hump pipes, totaling 345 meters in length, have been installed on roads throughout the sub-city.

These initiatives reflect Dhangadhi's commitment to becoming self-sufficient and enhancing the quality of life for its residents through targeted infrastructure development and the provision of essential services.

The sub-metropolitan city's efforts to modernize and equip itself with necessary resources mark a significant step towards sustainable urban growth and disaster preparedness.