Nationwide Highways Disrupted by Landslides and Floods
Summary
Continuous rain, floods and landslides have severely disrupted major highways across Nepal, leaving several road sections in Bagmati, Lumbini and Karnali provinces blocked or partially open. Police say some routes will remain restricted for an extended period due to ongoing flood and landslide risks.
Key Points
- Continuous rain has caused widespread landslides and floods, blocking major highways across Nepal.
- Several road sections in Bagmati, Lumbini and Karnali provinces are completely obstructed, while others are only partially open.
- The Prithvi Highway in Dhading, the Pasang Lhamu Highway in Nuwakot and the Karnali Highway in multiple districts are among the hardest hit.
- Police have imposed time-based vehicle restrictions on some routes, including sections of the BP Highway in Kavre and the Tokha-Chhahare road in Nuwakot.
