Reconstruction of Kasthamandap in the final stage. (Video)

Kathmandu- Reconstruction of the historic Kasthamandap is expected to be completed before Dashain festival. At present, 96 percent of the work has been completed.

"If there are no obstacles the work will be completed before the Dashain festival begins i.e. a month from now," said Kasthamandap Reconstruction Committee Chair Rajesh Shakya. 

The Kasthamandap was completely damaged by the 2015 earthquake. The Kathmandu Metropolitan City has provided financial assistance for the reconstruction of this heritage built in the 7th century. The KMC has so far provided Rs. 115 million for the re-construction.

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