Chief Minister Kandel Directs Accelerated Completion of Under-Construction Provincial Stadium
March 13, Surkhet – Karnali Province Chief Minister Yamalal Kandel has directed the expedited completion of the under-construction provincial stadium. Addressing the Provincial Sports Development Council meeting, Chief Minister Kandel instructed to finish the stadium work promptly to prepare for the upcoming 10th National Sports Competition.
He informed that the budget has already been allocated for the stadium construction and emphasized that no delays should occur in the remaining work. The Chief Minister urged construction contractors and relevant stakeholders to be proactive in completing the pending tasks and arranging for the timely handover of the stadium.
“There should be no cessation of work for any reason now. All parties must collaboratively complete the construction as quickly as possible,” he stated. Kandel instructed contractors to proceed according to the work schedule and finish all remaining tasks within the stipulated timeframe. He stressed the need for effective monitoring and coordination of the construction and urged responsible bodies to take their roles seriously.
Expressing confidence that the completion of the stadium will expand sports activities and create new opportunities in Karnali Province, the Chief Minister highlighted the importance of a long-term plan for the overall development of the sports sector. He underscored the need to enhance athletes’ capabilities, provide regular training, develop necessary infrastructure, and ensure the continuous organization of competitions.
Targeting the forthcoming 10th National Sports Competition, Chief Minister Kandel directed the necessary preparations. He emphasized the timely assurance of infrastructure, sports fields, accommodation facilities, and management arrangements for the successful hosting of the event. He also instructed relevant agencies to present clear plans, cost estimates, and budget proposals to the federal government for constructing sports infrastructure across various districts in Karnali.
Noting that the budget preparation is currently underway, he requested the inclusion of sports sector plans in the planning meeting. He stressed the effective implementation of the current fiscal year’s budget and maximizing the use of available resources. Furthermore, Kandel clarified that no program should be implemented without prior approval from the council meetings. He emphasized determining the locations for various sports activities for this and the coming year clearly and managing the budget accordingly.
