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Finance ministry reassesses industry protection to curb construction costs

Dec 12, 2025 3 mins read
Finance ministry reassesses industry protection to curb construction costs

The government is reviewing restrictive procurement rules for High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipes, following criticism that they have inflated construction costs and limited competition.

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