Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli announced the breakthrough of Dhedre tunnel heading towards Nijgadh to Kathmandu fast track project on 5th August, 2024. Prime minister addressing a gathering the government is committed to remove the obstacles during construction. Prime minister also emphasised the need to complete the ongoing work rather than starting new projects.
In July 2020, Yooshin Engineering Corporation, Korea Expressway Corporation, Pyunghwa Engineering Consultants Ltd. Korea JV in association with Garima International Design Association Nepal. Consulting services ensure that all activities for the implementation and commission of the Design and Supervision work of the KTF project.
Addressing the breakthrough ceremony, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Nepal Mr. Park Taeyoung express this incredible feat is a testament to the power of international collaboration and the shared vision of Nepal and Korea. He extend his congratulations to the Government of Nepal and the Nepal Army for their steadfast dedication to this project. Ambassador Park said that expressway is not just a road; it is a symbol of progress, connectivity and the bright future that lies ahead for Nepal. Park share the message of the 50th anniversary of the diplomatic ties between Korea and Nepal. He also acknowledge and thank the construction teams from China for their invaluable contribution to this project.
Prabhu Ram Sharma, chief of the Army Staff, described tunnel construction as among "the most challenging works in the expressway."
