Water flow at Indrasarovar Dam rises to 1,525.15 cusecs

Summary

Continuous rainfall has raised the water flow at the Indrasarovar reservoir to 1,525.15 cusecs, while landslides have blocked the Prithvi Highway in Dhading. Authorities have suspended vehicular movement on the highway and urged travellers to check road conditions before setting out.

Key Points
  • The water flow at the Indrasarovar reservoir rose to 1,525.15 cusecs by 6:30 am on Sunday after continuous rainfall.
  • Landslides near Krishna Bhir and Jyamire in Dhading blocked the Prithvi Highway in both directions.
  • The district administration offices of Chitwan and Dhading suspended all vehicular movement along the highway until further notice.
  • Authorities advised travellers to verify road conditions and follow official instructions before travelling.
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