【Completion of Chandra Nahar Irrigation System Rehabilitation Project Supported by Japan】

On January 28, the Handover ceremony for “The Project for the Rehabilitation of Irrigation System in Eastern Terai Area” granted by the Government of Japan was held in Chandra Nahar Irrigation Area, Saptari District, Madhesh Province and Mr. Shinto, Deputy Chief of Mission, attended the ceremony.

This project is to rehabilitate the main canal facilities of Chandra Nahar Irrigation System, one of Nepal's oldest irrigation systems, which was constructed in 1927. Japan granted 2.3 billion yen for the project to Nepal.

This year marks the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Nepal. Agricultural support and irrigation technology cooperation represent the longest-standing economic cooperation from Japan to Nepal. It is truly delightful that the completion of this agricultural irrigation project coincides with this commemorative year. The Embassy of Japan hopes that the assistance will contribute to the region's sustainable development and further strengthen the friendship between the people of Japan and Nepal.