Gorkha road upgrade begins to bypass Krishnabhir landslide
Summary
Work has begun to upgrade a 19-kilometre road in Gorkha as an alternative route to the Prithvi Highway, which is often blocked by landslides at Krishnabhir and Jogimara. The route is expected to ease movement for passengers and freight vehicles during monsoon disruptions.
Key Points
- A 19-kilometre road from Pallotar to Siurenitar is being upgraded as a bypass route for the Prithvi Highway.
- The alternative route is intended to reduce disruption caused by frequent landslides at Krishnabhir and Jogimara.
- Local officials say vehicles may be able to use the road within a week to ten days.
- The road could later be blacktopped and developed as a long-term alternative to the highway.
