BP Highway blocked in Kavre due to rain-induced damage

Summary

Rainfall has blocked the BP Highway from Katunje to Mangaltar in Kavre due to washed-away diversions, causing traffic delays and vehicle holds at entry points.

Key Points
  • The BP Highway section from Katunje in Namobuddha to Mangaltar in Roshi, Kavre, is blocked due to rainfall damage.
  • Temporary diversions on the highway were swept away after the Roshi River water level rose due to rain.
  • Vehicles are being held at Kavrebhanjyang in Dhulikhel and Nepalthok in Sindhuli due to the blockage.
  • Repair work has started but it will take several hours to resume traffic on the affected highway section.
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