Sudurpashchim Province Investment and Development Summit | Forging the Lifelines of Prosperity in Nepal’s Far West

Forging the Lifelines of Prosperity in Nepal’s Far West

Infrastructure and Transport

Infrastructure & Transportation Sector: Forging the Lifelines of Prosperity in Nepal’s Far West

Why Invest in Sudurpaschim's Infrastructure & Transportation?

Sudurpaschim Province is poised for transformation through infrastructure development. Nepal's infrastructure deficit, ranking 108 out of 140 countries globally [1], presents a high-growth opportunity. With its strategic location bordering India, rich natural resources, and burgeoning economy, Sudurpaschim urgently needs robust transportation and urban infrastructure to unlock its full socio-economic potential. Investing here means building a new economy, ensuring long-term value, enhanced connectivity, and significant societal impact. This is an invitation to engineer the future of Nepal’s Far West.

Key Infrastructure Needs & Untapped Potential:

Road Network Development:

Existing roads are poor quality and lack all-weather access, hindering trade and services.
Opportunities exist in constructing, upgrading, and maintaining provincial/local roads, including national projects like the Mid-Hills Pushpalal Highway and Terai Hulaki Marg.
New link roads and all-weather bridges are crucial for year-round connectivity.
Efficient private sector involvement is needed to accelerate project delivery.

Aviation Sector Upgrades:

Sudurpaschim has 10 airports [3], including Dhangadhi, many requiring significant upgrades. Some are non-operational or under construction [4].
Investments can transform smaller airports into regional hubs.
Solutions for land acquisition challenges are needed for airport expansion.

Logistics & Dry Port Development:

Dodhara Chandani Dry Port is a key cross-border trade project with India.
Investment potential includes warehousing, cold chain, cargo handling, customs processing, and intermodal connectivity.
Advanced logistics parks will support industrial and agricultural growth.

Urban & Community Infrastructure:

Investment is vital for planned urban growth and basic services.
Development of modern water supply, sanitation, and sustainable waste management systems.
Opportunities in smart city components: public lighting, urban mobility, smart parking, and integrated urban planning.
Development of efficient, low-carbon public transport.

Market & Demand: A Growing Imperative for Connectivity

Surging Demand: Increasing economic activity, cross-border trade, and internal migration drive demand for faster, safer, and more reliable transportation.
Vehicle Growth: Vehicle tax alone contributed 62.95% to the province's directly collected internal revenue [14], indicating significant vehicle growth.
Trade Facilitation: Businesses seek improved logistics to reduce costs and enhance efficiency.
Tourism Accessibility: Improved infrastructure is critical for unlocking Sudurpaschim's tourism potential. Nepal welcomed over 1 million tourists in 2023, a 165% growth over 2022 [5].
Regional Connectivity: Sudurpaschim's border with India makes it a crucial trade gateway. Nepal's exports to India surged by 82.5% in the first eight months of FY 2024/25 [8].

Strategic Investment Opportunities:

Road & Bridge Infrastructure: Construction/upgrading highways, new bridge development, road maintenance, and integrated fuel/EV charging (e.g., Sudurpaschim Public Transport Charging Station, major highway bypass construction in Kailali).
Aviation Infrastructure: Airport expansion (e.g., Dhangadhi Airport runway extension and new terminal construction), aviation services (ground handling, MRO, training), and helicopter safari/charter services (e.g., Khaptad National Park helicopter tours).
Logistics & Trade Facilitation: Dry port operations and expansion, integrated logistics parks (e.g., Kailali Industrial Corridor Logistics Park), and robust cold chain infrastructure (e.g., modern agricultural cold storage facilities near Dodhara Chandani Dry Port).
Urban & Community Infrastructure: Modern public transit, urban road networks/traffic management, municipal services, business/multipurpose complexes, planned housing, scenic view towers, recreational hubs (e.g., Badimalika Cable Car, Thulakedar Cable Car Project, Chisapani-Rajkada Cable Car, Godawari-Buditola Cable Car), and social/accessibility centers.

Provincial Government Support & Incentives:

Sudurpaschim Province is committed to fostering a dynamic investment environment:

Policy Reform: Active review and reform of policies to streamline investment processes.
One-Door Investment Processing: A dedicated "Investment Board/Corporation of Sudurpaschim" is envisioned.
Streamlined Business Registration: Commitment to expediting registration. Current company registration takes 5-7 working days [9, 10].
Long-Term Land Allocation: Provisions for long-term land leases.
Complementary Tax Incentives: Proposed provincial tax exemptions (5-15 years) complement federal incentives like rent exemptions for SEZs (first three years) and reduced customs duty for EV assembling industries [11, 12].
Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Promotion: Strong national and provincial support for PPP models.
Strategic Alignment: Provincial plans align with national projects and federal initiatives, ensuring synergy and broader governmental support, including conditional grants for infrastructure projects [12, 13].

Join the Movement! Build the Future. Invest in Sudurpaschim’s Infrastructure & Transportation. Seize this unparalleled opportunity to invest in Sudurpaschim’s dynamic Infrastructure & Transportation sector and become a pivotal architect of Nepal’s transformative connectivity and economic growth.

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Government of Sudurpashchim Province

Sudurpashchim Investment and Development Summit

Dhangadhi, Kailali

Government of Sudurpashchim Province
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Government of Sudurpashchim Province

Forging the Lifelines of Prosperity in Nepal’s Far West