Highway Reopens After Landslide in Chitwan

Summary

The Prithvi Highway in Chitwan has reopened for two-way traffic after a dry landslide in Simaldhara, Ichchhakamana Rural Municipality-5 blocked the Narayangadh-Kathmandu road section overnight. Police cleared the debris using five pieces of equipment.

Key Points
  • A dry landslide at Simaldhara in Ichchhakamana Rural Municipality-5 blocked the Prithvi Highway around 10:25 last night.
  • The Narayangadh-Kathmandu road section was completely closed by the landslide.
  • Police cleared the landslide using five pieces of equipment and reopened the highway for two-way traffic.
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