Another Breakthrough

The tunnel breakthrough in Sunkoshi-Marin Diversion Multipurpose Project (SMDMP) on May 8 marks another milestone in tunnel era in Nepal. Similar breakthrough was also achieved in the Nagdhunga-Sisnekhola tunnel on April 15. These back-to-back feats are unmistakable signs that the country is making development headways. While the latter significantly shortens the travel time and eases traffic congestion, saving fuel and time, the former is sure to prove to be a godsend in sectors such as hydropower, agriculture, tourism and fish farming, among others.