Alternative Gas Supply Route Explored for Kathmandu Valley Amidst Road Blockage
Summary
An alternative gas supply route is being explored for the Kathmandu Valley after floods blocked the Nagdhunga-Muglin road. Officials are considering transporting cylinders from industries outside Kathmandu by truck through alternate routes to avoid a shortage.
Key Points
- Floods from China have blocked the Nagdhunga-Muglin road, disrupting gas supply to Kathmandu Valley.
- Authorities in Hetauda discussed filling cylinders at industries outside Kathmandu and transporting them by truck via alternate routes.
- Nepal Oil Corporation says preparations are underway to move gas from outside Kathmandu to the valley.
- About 4,000 gas cylinders bottled outside Kathmandu were brought into the city on Tuesday.
