Authorities scramble for alternatives after Krishnabhir road cave-in
Summary
Heavy flooding has caused a section of the Prithvi Highway at Krishnabhir to collapse into the Trishuli river, cutting off Kathmandu’s main supply route. Authorities are studying alternate routes and temporary diversions as traffic, freight movement, and essential supplies face major disruption.
Key Points
- A section of the Prithvi Highway at Krishnabhir collapsed into the Trishuli river after heavy flooding, severing the main route to Kathmandu.
- Officials are evaluating whether the damaged stretch can be repaired or whether long-term alternative routes must be developed.
- Traffic has been diverted to routes including Tribhuvan Highway, Kanti Lokpath, and other feeder roads, causing severe congestion.
- The highway closure is threatening supplies of essentials to Kathmandu, including food, medicines, fuel, and gas.
