Jumla–Manma road reopens after three days
Summary
The Jumla–Manma section of the Karnali Highway reopened after three days of closure caused by landslides. Road crews worked around the clock to clear blocked sections, though landslide removal is still ongoing at Gaganekhola.
Key Points
- The Jumla–Manma section of the Karnali Highway reopened after being blocked by landslides for three days.
- The road was closed after a landslide on Saturday evening and reopened after midnight on Tuesday.
- The Road Division Office, Jumla, deployed machinery and technical teams to clear landslides at several points, including Serawada, Simle and Simle Mod.
- Acting chief Sarban Kumar Mahatara said the entire highway may be back in operation by Tuesday afternoon if weather permits.
