Seven national highways including three linking Kathmandu Valley fully blocked by landslides
Summary
Floods and landslides have completely blocked seven national highways across Nepal, including the Prithvi, BP and Kanti highways connecting the Kathmandu Valley. The Department of Roads has deployed equipment and teams to clear debris as rainfall continues to trigger more blockages.
Key Points
- Seven national highways, including key routes linking the Kathmandu Valley, have been completely blocked by floods and landslides.
- The Prithvi, BP, Kanti, Rapti, Karnali and Besishahar-Chame roads are among the most heavily affected routes.
- The Department of Roads has deployed heavy equipment and technical teams to clear debris and restore traffic.
- Spokesperson Shubharaj Neupane said reopening efforts are ongoing, but continued rainfall is worsening the situation.
