Gas Supply Disrupted in Kathmandu Valley Due to Road Blockage
Summary
A road blockage at Krishnabhir on the Prithvi Highway has disrupted gas supply in the Kathmandu Valley and pushed cylinder prices up by Rs 105.38. Consumers are facing shortages and higher transportation-related charges while authorities race to open an alternative track.
Key Points
- The Trishuli River flood at Krishnabhir has blocked the Prithvi Highway, disrupting gas deliveries to Kathmandu Valley.
- The Nepal LP Gas Industry Association has added Rs 105.38 per cylinder, raising the price from Rs 2,060 to Rs 2,165.38.
- Consumer rights activist Bishnu Prasad Timalsina called the hike an organized crime and urged government intervention.
- The Road Department says work is underway to open a new track at Krishnabhir within about a week to ten days.
