Minister for Water Supply, Pradeep Yadav, and Asian Development Bank Country Director for Nepal, Arnaud Cauchois, held a meeting today.
During the meeting held at the Water Supply Ministry, Singha Durbar, Minister Yadav thanked the ADB for its significant support in the sector of quality water supply and management in Nepal.
He also expressed hope for further support in future. Sharing that he had directed the concerned officials to carry out necessary repair and maintenance of Melamchi Drinking Water Project as the flood has caused damages, Minister Yadav mentioned that he would take initiatives to complete the project of bringing water of Yangri and Larke Rivers to Kathmandu during his term.
Similarly, County Director Arnaud lauded Nepal’s progress in water supply, expressing commitment to continue the support.
The long-term impact of drinking water and successful implementation of projects and possibilities of ADB support in future were discussed during the meeting.
Source: National News Agency N
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