Tatopani Border Crossing Remains Partially Operational Due to Road Blockades
Summary
Road blockades and repeated landslides have kept the Tatopani border crossing partially shut for 26 days, halting imports and exports between Nepal and China. Hundreds of containers are stranded on both sides, while traders and transport workers face major losses ahead of Dashain and Tihar.
Key Points
- The Tatopani border crossing has not been able to operate fully for 26 days because of road blockades on the Bhahra-Kodari section and the Arniko Highway.
- Landslides at Kodari, Daklang and near Liping Bazaar have halted imports and exports, leaving about 500 containers stuck in China and 46 containers stranded in Nepal.
- Business groups say traders, transport workers and customs-related laborers are suffering major losses, especially with the festive season approaching.
- Local officials say the Eco landslide and other damaged sections remain difficult to repair during the monsoon season.
