Heavy vehicles restricted on Narayani River Bridge
Summary
Heavy vehicles have been restricted on the Narayani River Bridge after the swollen river caused the aging structure to shake. The bridge between Chitwan and Nawalparasi is open only to motorcycles, while traffic remains halted at Gaidakot and Narayangadh.
Key Points
- Local authorities restricted heavy vehicles on the Narayani River Bridge due to safety concerns after the river swelled.
- The bridge connecting Chitwan and Nawalparasi along the East-West Highway is now open only to motorcycles.
- Police said the aging bridge began shaking, prompting a temporary ban on heavy vehicles and even pedestrians taking photos or videos.
- Flooding has inundated settlements along the riverbank in Gaidakot, Kawasoti, Madhyabindu Municipality and Binayi Triveni.
