Alternative Road Used to Connect Rasuwa After Bhote Koshi Flood Blocks Main Road

Summary

An alternative route is being used to connect Rasuwa after a flood in the Bhote Koshi river blocked the main road. Narrow, slippery conditions are causing severe delays for passenger vehicles and trucks carrying relief supplies.

Key Points
  • An alternative road via Bahunbesi-Chhap-Lachyang-Saramthali-Partikharka-Phalako Khola Pul-Ghiunche-Dhunche is serving vehicles after the main road was blocked by flooding in the Bhote Koshi river.
  • The narrow, slippery road is causing long jams, with only one vehicle able to pass at a time.
  • Trucks carrying relief materials are getting stuck on inclines, delaying travel for hours.
  • Authorities are being urged to improve, gravel, and better manage the alternative route until the main road reopens.
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