Road Transport Disrupted Across Nepal Due to Landslides and Floods
Summary
Continuous rain has disrupted road transport across Nepal, blocking major highways and road sections in several districts. Night-time vehicle movement has also been restricted on parts of the BP Highway and Kanti Lokpath due to safety risks.
Key Points
- Arniko Highway, Beni-Jomsom road and Bheri Corridor are completely blocked by landslides and floods in multiple districts.
- Night-time vehicle operation has been prohibited on parts of BP Highway in Kavre and Kanti Lokpath in Makwanpur.
- Traffic has resumed one-way on several roads after landslide clearance, including Sitapaila-Dharke and sections of the Mid-Hill Highway and Kaligandaki Corridor.
- Police have advised the public to check road conditions before traveling during the rainy season.
