Landslide blocks Prithvi Highway at Fishling, traffic comes to a standstill

Summary

A major landslide at Fishling in Chitwan district has blocked the Prithvi Highway, halting traffic and stranding hundreds of vehicles due to continuous rainfall.

Key Points
  • A major landslide blocked the Prithvi Highway at Fishling in Chitwan district, halting traffic.
  • The landslide occurred around 2:20 am at Panidhara and Chumkhola in Ichchhakamana Rural Municipality-2.
  • Local authorities are working to clear debris and reopen the highway by around 9:00 am.
  • Officials have urged people to avoid travel and stay updated on road conditions due to ongoing rainfall risks.
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