150 plus containers halted at customs after Korala road disruption
Summary
More than 150 containers carrying goods imported from China are stuck at Nhechung Customs in Korala after heavy rain damaged the Beni–Jomsom–Korala road in 46 places. The blockage has also stranded around 200 electric vehicles and disrupted trade ahead of Dashain and Tihar.
Key Points
- Heavy rainfall since Saturday night has damaged the Beni–Jomsom–Korala road at 46 locations, halting movement from northern Korala.
- More than 150 containers are stuck at the Korala customs yard, with 90 percent of customs clearance already completed.
- The closure of Tatopani and Rasuwagadhi has made Korala the only alternative route, worsening the disruption to imports from China.
- Around 200 electric vehicles are also stranded, including more than 100 at Jomsom Bus Park.
