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About Us

Welcome to SIDEF

Sustainable Infrastructure Development Foundation (SIDeF) was established as a civil engineering consultancy firm in 1994 now registered as SIDEF Consultants Private Limited. It has provided its services at present and in past in more than 40 districts of Nepal. SIDeF’s major strength lies in the planning and construction of low cost, environment friendly rural road construction. The organisation has gained extensive experience in working with the local government and the local community through partnership approach resulting in sustainable project output.

A FIDIC Member Association

Member of National Association

Provided service across more than 40 districts of Nepal

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Project Complete

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Years Of Experience

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Team Members

Our Services

Offering the Best Consulting Services

Consultancy Services

Consultancy services including planning, survey, design, cost estimation, construction, supervision and monitoring of physical infrastructure development programme with a special focus on participatory, labour-based, environment-friendly rural roads

Projects Planning

Project planning, design and evaluation of various rural infrastructure projects

Research & Studies

Studies and research on sustainable infrastructure development

Training

Training on various aspects of sustainable development, people’s participation, labour-based construction technology, low-cost construction techniques and bioengineering

Survey & Design

Establishment of database and information dissemination on environment and development

Project Implementation

Project implementation on rural transport, bioengineering, river training, watershed conservation, urban development, etc

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) of various development projects

Geographical Information System (GIS)

Geographic Information System (GIS) for the preparation, digitization, analysis and interpretation of maps using GPS

Social Studies and Mobilization

Conducting social studies, community surveys, and mobilization programs to ensure active participation of local stakeholders in project planning and implementation, enhancing social inclusion and local ownership

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Our Major Projects

Bheri Babai Diversion Multipurpose Project (BBDMP)

Segment manufacturing plant

Bheri Babai Diversion Multipurpose Project (BBDMP)

SIDEF team

USAID Health and Hygiene Activity-Swachchhata

SIDEF Team

Kathmandu Sustainable Urban Transport Project (KSUTP) Sidewalk

Construction supervision

SIDEF Office

77-Tara Marg Sinamangal, Kathmandu

USAID Health and Hygiene Activity-Swachchhata

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Bheri Babai Diversion Multipurpose Project (BBDMP)

Tunnel construction

Appreciation to our chairperson by Minister of Industry, Commence and Supplies in 2010 A.D.

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US-AID Health and Hygiene Activity-Swachchhata

RVT Constructed in Gauri HF, Dailekh

Leadership

Our Team

Govind N. Mallik

Director, Chairperson, Environmentalist

Mr. Govind Narayan Mallik is a senior environmentalist with an M.Phil. in Environmental Science and over 35 years of experience in environmental assessment and sustainable infrastructure development. He has led and contributed to numerous IEE, EIA, and EMP studies for road, urban transport, water supply, and sanitation projects funded by ADB, the World Bank, GTZ/GIZ, and the Government of Nepal. He was also a team member of the Dhading Development Project (DDP/GTZ), where the pioneering “Green Road Approach” was initiated.

Hare Ram Shrestha

Director, Technical and Transportation

Dr. Hare Ram Shrestha is an infrastructure specialist. He holds a Ph.D. in Developing Sustainability Criteria for Urban Transportation and has over 35 years of experience in sustainable infrastructure development. Dr. Shrestha has held prominent positions, including President of the Nepal Engineers Association (NEA) and President of the Society of Consulting Architectural and Engineering Firms (SCAEF), Nepal. He was also a team member of the Dhading Development Project (DDP/GTZ), where the innovative “Green Road Approach” was initiated

Umesh K. Shrestha

Director, Finance and Administration

Mr. Umesh Kumar Shrestha is a Social Safeguard Specialist with a master’s degree in Sociology/Anthropology and over 28 years of experience in social safeguard initiatives. He specializes in social and community development, gender, land acquisition, resettlement, and Indigenous Peoples/Ethnic Minority planning, along with monitoring and evaluation. He has contributed to major irrigation, transport, water supply, and sanitation projects of the Government of Nepal, as well as INGO programs funded by the EU, ADB, and the World Bank.

Dhruba Raj Thapa

Director, Business Development

Mr. Thapa is a seasoned Civil and Construction Engineer with over 30 years of experience in construction, consulting, and project management. He holds a B.E. in Civil Engineering, an M.Sc. in Construction Management, and a P.G. Diploma in Construction Management. He is actively involved in professional and social organizations, including serving as President of the Nepal Engineers Association (NEA) and the Cement Manufacturers’ Association.

News and Articles

Exploring the global technology

Join our Director's Speech in Sydney BUILD Expo 2026

Representing Nepal on a global platform, our Director shares insights on sustainable infrastructure development, civil engineering innovation, and regional expertise at Sydney Build Expo 2026 View more...

Appreciation to SIDEF

PM Oli Inaugurates Rs. 442 Million Road Project in Damak; Announces Stadium Construction View more...

Swachchhata Nepal Fact Sheet

A concise fact sheet highlighting sanitation initiatives, infrastructure progress, and development outcomes in Nepal. View more...

Milestone Tunnel Breakthrough by GEODATA & SIDef

Early breakthrough in Bheri Babai tunnel sets a milestone--and a lesson for other lagging national projects View more...

Contact Us

Get In Touch With Us

Postal Address

GPO Box 1208, Kathmandu

Fax:

977 1 4481538

Email:

sidefconsultant@mail.com.np

Call:

+977 1 4468879, 4481538

Street Address:

77-Tara Marg Sinamangal, Kathmandu