Karnali Highway remains province’s deadliest road despite millions spent on repairs
Summary
The Karnali Highway remains the deadliest road in Karnali Province despite extensive repairs and safety efforts, with frequent fatal accidents due to poor conditions and hazardous terrain.
Key Points
- The Karnali Highway accounts for nearly 56% of all road accidents in Karnali Province, making it the deadliest road in the region.
- Since the 2014-15 fiscal year, 917 people have died and hundreds injured on the highway due to poor road conditions, narrow lanes, and overcrowded vehicles.
- Despite millions spent on repairs and installation of safety barriers, the highway's condition continues to deteriorate, with barriers often damaged by landslides.
- Authorities have banned night operations on the highway to reduce accidents and frequently face challenges with maintenance contractors failing to complete work.
