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The government of Nepal has done another improvement on order to improve the ring road here in busy capital city Kathmandu. After the successful completion of pilot project of solar lamp installation in some selected part of the ring road, the central government in collaboration with local body has installed solar lamps in majority of the road of the inner ring road. By the end of October, KMC (Kathmandu Municipality) plans to install solar street lights in New Baneshwor, New Road, and the street surrounding Tundikhel. The project cost has an been around Rs 40 million. Most of the work has been has already been completed. the light will come in operation within a week from now. T his project will be able to utilize the freely available energy, i.e. solar energy and it will be advantageous to the people using roads during night hours, which will be working in spite of frequent power cuts on our country. Not only in capital city, Pokhara city has also got solar light installed in the roads. In this case local government, NGOs and the local people have combinely invested for the project. Apart from that the government has completed the road expansion project in the ring road area. In the past days there used to be a lot of hustle bustle during rush hour, but the expansion of road into now eight lane road has made the life easier of city people. Now the ring road is wide and the government plans to plant trees between the lanes in order to beautify the roads. This step will surely reduce the pollution in the city and increase the greenery too. |
 
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Thank you for sharing, Sabin!
Posted 29-11-2014 23:56
Well done KMC (Kathmandu Municipality).
Installing solar lights is proving their commitment towards sustainable environment. This will save the scarce electricity as well.
It means killing 2birds with one stone.
I'm sure that in near future similar green activities will be carried out.
All the best & thanks for the report, Sabin.
Posted 15-10-2014 18:42
This is a good step. i am little skeptic over its longevity.
but it is a start and if only we could change the electricity lines into underground extension lines
Posted 15-10-2014 11:01
Really nice initiative! The road lights are spending huge amounts of energy, which will be prevented now.
I think that every state should consider following this example!
Posted 15-10-2014 05:36
Glad to know that Kathmandu going green.Today, cities are sprouting some of the most innovative green projects in the world, redefining a sustainable future for urban dwellers — and attracting travelers, too.Going Green offers a fresh perspective on the environmental challenges that cities face, along with the opportunities and barriers to going green and fostering economic growth. Thank you for sharing, Sabin :)
Posted 15-10-2014 00:59
Compared to past, Government seems more dedicated towards environment conservation. Its good move.
Yes, due to road expansion, their has been ease in our mobility.
Posted 14-10-2014 20:19
Glad to know , Sabin. Cities globally are slowly moving towards sustainability and efficiency in lighting and are beginning to implement solar energy for infrastructure projects which is very good. Thanks for sharing , Sabin.
Posted 14-10-2014 16:42