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Narayani river erosion threatens structures along Bharatpur riverbank

Annual flooding continues to damage tourism infrastructure built along the Narayani riverbank in Chitwan despite municipal efforts.

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In short

  • Bharatpur Metropolitan City planned a sea beach style development along the Narayani riverbank.
  • Annual floodwaters continue to damage concrete walkways and footpaths built by authorities.
  • Rising river currents have reached into the local market area for the first time.

Bharatpur Metropolitan City previously sought to develop the riverbank zone near the local trade association into a recreational beach style location. Working alongside federal authorities, the municipality pursued plans to establish a scenic destination for visitors and public gatherings. Acting municipal head Chitra Sen Adhikari explained that despite collaborative efforts with federal and provincial entities, rising floodwaters repeatedly destroy the built assets. Earlier municipal leadership previously requested central government funding for footpaths and reinforced concrete walkways. Raju Shrestha, a former leader of the local trade association, noted that the tourism ministry funded the initial pedestrian path construction. Following recent high water levels entering market areas, local stakeholders suggest attention must now shift toward protecting Narayangadh. For the first time, swelling currents from the Narayani river have surged directly into the surrounding marketplace area. The recurring seasonal damage raises questions regarding the long-term viability of structural development along the vulnerable riverbank.

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