Potential risk of accidents at An Khe Pass due to slow construction progress

(NADS) - The road upgrading project being constructed by Trung Nam 18 E&C Joint Stock Company is facing delays, causing unsafe conditions for people due to the presence of rocks and soil. The delay is said to be due to difficulties in site clearance, unfavorable weather, and limited capacity of some contractors.

According to the reporter of Photography & Life Magazine, in the An Khe Pass area, the construction site of Trung Nam 18 E&C Construction Joint Stock Company is under construction, with rocks and soil lying around, making it unsafe for road users. Local residents expressed concern about the risk of accidents when storms approach, with rocks and soil on both sides of the road creating a constant danger.

It is known that this package started construction in June 2022 and was scheduled to be completed in June 2023. However, up to now, the project has not been completed.

According to the reporter, the slow progress is not only at An Khe Pass but also occurs in many packages, along National Highway 19, an important route connecting Gia Lai and Binh Dinh, extending to the border area with Cambodia. The project to upgrade and expand this national highway is also behind schedule of the Ministry of Transport .

The leader of Project Management Board 2 - Ministry of Transport (investor) said the main reasons for the delay were difficulties in site clearance, unfavorable rainy weather and some contractors with limited construction capacity.

Source: https://nhiepanhdoisong.vn/anh-tiem-an-nguy-co-tai-nan-tai-deo-an-khe-do-thi-cong-cham-tien-do-15497.html