Prithvi Highway Damaged by Bhote Koshi Flood
Summary
Bhote Koshi flood has damaged several sections of the Prithvi Highway along the Trishuli river bank, causing erosion, subsidence, mud deposits and landslides. Officials estimate it will cost more than Rs 50 crore to restore the road from Malekhu to Galchi.
Key Points
- The Bhote Koshi flood has damaged multiple sections of the Prithvi Highway along the Trishuli river bank.
- Road sections at Krishnabhir, Galchi, Dharapani, Jawag Khola, Sitalbazar, Parewa Bhir and other points have suffered erosion, subsidence or mud deposits.
- Engineers say restoring the Malekhu-to-Galchi stretch to its previous condition will cost more than Rs 50 crore.
- Around 14,000 vehicles use the road daily, and immediate repairs have already been carried out at blocked points.
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