Tehrathum, Nov. 1 -- The government's plan to build a modern town in Basantapur, Tehrathum, along the Mid-Hill Highway is going at a snail's pace.

The authorities concerned started construction of the town in Basantapur nine years ago with an objective to control the rate of migration from the hilly settlements. But till date, construction works have failed to gain momentum so far.

Roshan Subedi, chairman of Basantapur Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said around 30 percent work for town establishment completed so far. "The construction works are not showing progress. We are doubtful about the timely completion of this project," he said.

In 2011, the Ministry of Urban Development had selected 10 places-including Basantapur of Tehrathu...