This site provides in-depth information on the Trail Bridge Sub-Sector of Government of Nepal (G/N). The site is being developed in such way that it reflects the "Sub-Sector Approach" as envisaged by the decentralization policies of the Government of Nepal. Any comments and suggestions for the improvement of the site from the users' are highly appreciated.

Helvetas was established in 1956 as the first Swiss NGO under the name of SHAG for development cooperation in developing countries. SHAG was later renamed as Helvetas. Helvetas became active in Nepal since the first year of its foundation. During 1970 - 1987, Helvetas and SDC worked jointly under the name of SATA (Swiss Association for Technical Assistance) in Nepal.

Educational Institutes have been equipped with curricula and teaching manuals to disseminate trail bridge technology and organization. these curricula have been adapted for three types of Institutes, notably, Universities, Colleges and Vocational Schools. Practitioners from the private sector, NGOs and Local Governments will receive comprehensive trail bridge course. the regular intake of the Institutes will receive trail bridge instruction integrated in the next-of-kin subject.