The Third edition of Building and Construction Expo kicked off at the Bhrikutimandap in Kathmandu from Friday.

Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport Ramesh Lekhak inaugurated the three day event organised with an objective of disseminating information related to construction materials.

The stalls here feature construction material, both domestic and international besides putting on display heavy equipments.

Underscoring quality and timely construction of the projects of national pride, Minister Lekhak pledged government's support for enhancing technological capacity of construction entrepreneurs.

On the occasion, Vinaya Kumar of Indian Embassy, Indian Construction Company's representatives Prem Anbeshi and Nabin Mahaseth expressed their confidence that the event will assist post-quake reconstruction as it aims to educated the visitors about sustainable construction. RSS