Landslide blocks Koshi Highway section in Sankhuwasabha
Summary
A landslide has blocked a section of the Koshi Highway in Sankhuwasabha, halting traffic and disrupting transport on the Khandbari–Kimathanka road. Efforts are underway to clear debris and restore movement.
Key Points
- A landslide blocked around 10 to 15 metres of the Koshi Highway at Sirek in Bhotkhola Rural Municipality, Sankhuwasabha.
- The closure has halted traffic on the Khandbari–Kimathanka road section, affecting residents, travellers, and cargo transport.
- Police and local authorities are coordinating to clear debris and reopen the road.
- Repeated rockfalls have complicated clearing efforts, with equipment being mobilised to restore traffic flow.
