MPWT to Propose 6 Billion Riels to Renovate NR76 Connecting Snoul District to Mondulkiri

• 9 August 2023
• Local News
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The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) is set to propose a budget of 6 billion Riels to the Ministry of Economy and Finance in 2024. This funding will facilitate the comprehensive renovation and upgrade of NR76, stretching from Snuol district, Kratie province to Mondulkiri province, heralding a new era of connectivity and accessibility for the region.

During his recent inspection of the section of NR76 that succumbed to damage (PK 94 + 080 to PK 94 + 150) in Andong village, Kraloeng, Sen Monorom commune, Oreang district, Mondulkiri province on 8 August 2023, HE Sun Chanthol, Minister of MPWT revealed this plan and underscored the ministry’s commitment to facilitating seamless travel for all.

In an initial endeavor to restore the collapsed segment (at O’Nei PK 94 + 080 to PK 94 + 150) in Andong village, an advance request of 1 billion Riel was submitted to the Ministry of Economy and Finance. The temporary bypass is now operational and MPWT is considering whether to use this bypass to connect Road 76 or to repair the collapsed road depending on further technical assessment. (Read more)

As plans take shape for NR76’s comprehensive overhaul, Minister Chanthol outlined a visionary approach. “In the upcoming year of 2024, the ministry will present a proposal to allocate 6 billion Riels (equivalent to US$1.5 million), to repair NR76 from Snuol district, Kratie province to Mondulkiri province ” he confirmed.

NR76, extending 127km as a durable bituminous surface treatment (DBST) road, originally commenced construction in February 2007. Executed by CRBC at a cost of US$51,900,000, this vital artery was officially inaugurated on 31 January 2012. The impending renovation is poised to elevate NR76 to new heights, reinforcing its role as a critical conduit for regional connectivity and economic vitality.

• Road and Infrastructure