India hands over a 70-Meter modular bridge and launching tools to Nepal in Hetauda, bolstering post-disaster connectivity

     Ambassador of India to Nepal  handed over complete set of  a 70-meter modular bridge and specialized launching tools to the Hon’ble Minister of Physical Infrastructure and Transport, Government of Nepal in a ceremony held in Hetauda, on 20 November 2025. 

2.    The Government of India is committed to delivering a total of ten such 70-meter and higher span bridges requested by the Government of Nepal after the devastating rains in October 2025, which affected eastern Nepal. The ten bailey bridges worth more than NPR 73 crores are being provided on grant basis by India. 

3.    The modular bridge handed over today will be sent immediately for installation to Ramechhap, where road connectivity has been affected after the heavy rains in October 2025.

4.    Last year, in the aftermath of floods and landslides of September 2024, the Government of India supplied 10 prefabricated steel bridges worth NPR 41 crore, of which 4 have already been installed. 

5.    During the event Ambassador stated that the supply of the modular bridges and the launching tools are a powerful testament to the enduring bonds of friendship that define the India-Nepal relationship and a reaffirmation of Government of India’s policy of extending all possible support for Nepal’s infrastructure development and post-disaster reconstruction efforts.

6.    The Minister of Physical Infrastructure and Transport, GoN, expressed gratitude for India’s sustained and substantial assistance. The Minister noted that the quick-to-assemble nature of these bridges and the provision of launching tools are crucial for fast-tracking emergency reconstruction. He also assured that the bridge would be quickly operationalized. 

7.    Government of India remains committed to continue supporting the people and Government of Nepal in reconstruction and disaster mitigation efforts.

Embassy of India, Kathmandu
November 20, 2025