Makwanpur Administration Restricts Nighttime Vehicle Movement on Kanti Highway and Bhainse-Bhimfedi-Deurali-Kulekhani Road Due to Flood and Landslide Risk

Summary

Makwanpur has banned nighttime vehicle movement on the Kanti Highway and the Bhainse–Bhimfedi–Deurali–Kulekhani road sections due to heightened flood and landslide risks from heavy rainfall. Vehicles will be allowed only during daytime hours until further notice.

Key Points
  • The District Administration Office, Makwanpur has restricted nighttime vehicle operation on the Kanti Highway and Bhainse–Bhimfedi–Deurali–Kulekhani road sections.
  • The decision follows a seasonal bulletin from the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms from Ashoj 9 to 11.
  • Vehicles on the affected routes will be allowed only between 5 AM and 5 PM, and roads will be closed from 7 PM onward.
  • Travelers have been urged to plan journeys only within the specified hours to reduce the risk from floods and landslides.
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