Conflict dynamics in dam construction projects : a case study of Middle Marsyangdi Hydroelectric Project, Nepal | |
| Author | Mahato, Braj Kishor |
| Call Number | AIT Thesis no.CM-08-05 |
| Subject(s) | Middle Marsyangdi Hydroelectric Project (Nepal) Dams--Models--Nepal |
| Note | 144 p. : ill. |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Series Statement | Thesis ; no. CM-08-05 |
| Abstract | Interface conflict is identified as one of the major problem in dam construction projects. Differences in attitude and interest often create conflict as a result of which many projects are set aside at planning stage whereas others are subject to conflict during execution stage. Conflict in execution stage causes prolonged delay, enormous cost overrun and at worst abandon of project. Proper management of conflict can determine success or failure of a project. Thus it is crucial to identify the root-causes of interface conflict in present and past project to avoid such problems in future. Qualitative data gathered from the case studies, interviews conducted in Nepal and an intensive literature review has helped to develop a system dynamic model to explore and examine full context of interface conflict theoretically and practically in dam construction project. Reference mode approach was used in modeling based on literature and expert views on the typical evolution of key indicators of interface conflict. This study discusses factors that influence development of interface conflict in dam construction project in Nepalese context. This study reveals that interface conflict at construction stage of project is caused by lack of effective public hearing prior to making final decision, public participation and information disclosure at early stage of project, insufficient education and training program, discrepancy in compensation payment, resettlement and support programs. Public involvement and mutual consultation considering guaranteed access to all stakeholders, public hearing prior to final decision will increase the public acceptance of the project. It will be easier to reach on agreement on conflicting issues when the stakeholders are well informed and empowered. Disclosure of accurate and timely information for public knowledge will reduce the anxiety of local people about the project and establish transparency beyond suspicion. Discrepancy in compensation payment, resettlement and support programs can be minimized by (i) effectively involving project-affected people in formulation and implementation of compensation and resettlement program (ii) formulating comprehensive and inclusive national policy to resettlement issues in dam construction project. Education, training and support programs to the project-affected people will provide opportunity to restore their livelihood and create positive perception of community about dam project. Study also identified that monitoring and reporting will allow for identifying success stories to be replicated and avoiding the failure, which will ultimately decrease the negative perception of community about dam project. This will reduce interface conflict in future dam construction project |
| Year | 2008 |
| Corresponding Series Added Entry | Asian Institute of Technology. Thesis ; no. CM-08-05 |
| Type | Thesis |
| School | School of Engineering and Technology (SET) |
| Department | Department of Civil and Infrastucture Engineering (DCIE) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Construction Engineering and Infrastructure Management (CM) |
| Chairperson(s) | Hadikusumo, B.H.W. |
| Examination Committee(s) | Chotchai Charoenngam;Perret, Sylvain; |
| Scholarship Donor(s) | AIT Fellowship |
| Degree | Thesis (M.Eng.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 2008 |