Flood Causes Unprecedented Damage to Road and Transport Infrastructure
Summary
Floods and incessant rain have caused severe damage to Nepal’s road and transport infrastructure, washing away highways, bridges and suspension bridges across multiple districts. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority has estimated reconstruction costs at Rs 73.34 billion as repair and bridge-installation work continues.
Key Points
- Floods and landslides have severely damaged roads, highways, bridges and suspension bridges across the country.
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority estimates Rs 73.34 billion will be needed for reconstruction and restoration.
- Prithvi Highway and Tribhuvan Rajpath have suffered major disruption, with alternative routes and the Nagdhunga tunnel being used temporarily.
- Repair work and temporary bridge construction are underway in Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading, including a Bailey bridge at Devighat and planned bridge work at Betrawati.
