We are working on making a new guideline for Detailed Damage Evaluation and Strengthening Measures for Fire-Damaged Buildings. We need experienced structural engineers and researchers to lend their expertise and time to work in this Technical Committee. If you have practical or research experience in any of the following topics and can dedicate time, and…
Dear SEANep Members, As you are aware, recent events during the Gen Z revolution on 23 and 24 Bhadra have resulted in fire damage to many public and private buildings across Nepal. There is an immediate need for us to conduct post-fire damage assessments of these structures. In response to this urgent need, we are…
19 April 2025
The 10th Executive Committee recently visited different ministries on 24 August 2025 to discuss possible cooperation between the association and government bodies for the use of structural engineers in the nation-building process.
Dear Participants, In view of the current situation in Nepal, we are postponing the lecture series scheduled for Today (11 September 2025) until further notice. We sincerely appreciate your kind understanding and will make sure to keep you updated on further developments. Thank you. 10th Executive Committee Structural Engineers’ Association Nepal (SEANep)
10th Executive Committee of Structural Engineers’ Association, Nepal (SEANep) visited and congratulated former Vice President of SEANep, Dr. Bijaya Jaishi, on his appointment as the Director General of the Department of Roads. We are hopeful that his leadership and vision will drive remarkable progress in Nepal’s road networks, bridges, and infrastructure, fostering connectivity and sustainable…
A meaningful and forward-looking discussion took place between SEANep 10th Executive Committee and Er. Dinesh Bhatta, CEO of NDRRMA. The meeting focused on key structural safety challenges, national disaster resilience, and opportunities for future collaboration. Through the visit, we shared our commitment to building a safer, more resilient Nepal.
Lifecycle resilience-based approaches for multi-hazard infrastructure: Lessons from Japan. Abstract: This lecture introduces recent advancements in life-cycle resilience-based frameworks for infrastructure exposed to multiple hazards such as earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, and landslides. Emphasis is placed on probabilistic and risk-informed methodologies that quantify system-level performance, network connectivity, and functionality recovery under cascading hazards. Lessons from the…