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LGED Related

Local Government Engineering Department (LGED) is one the largest engineering agencies of the country. It began its journey in 60s as Rural Works Programme and with the passage of time its activities expanded from remotest corner of the country up to the cities.

Role of LGED in strengthening of rural economy through development of rural transportation and improvement of rural markets and growth centers are visible across the country. Contribution of these infrastructures are enormous in achieving the ever increasing national growth. People living in rural areas now have the access to metaled roads within two kilometers while the rural infrastructures play pivotal role in the improvement of lifestyle and reducing poverty.

LGED also maintains its presence in the infrastructure development in urban areas. The department is also involved in providing technical assistance, governance improvement and capacity building of Urban Local Bodies (Municipalities and City Corporations)