Snowfall affects Kailash Mansoravar journey
Summary
Heavy snowfall has stranded 41 Nepalis in Humla’s Hilsa and disrupted the Kailash Mansarovar route, with the border expected to reopen from October 4. The closure is also affecting local trade and daily life in the border area.
Key Points
- Incessant rain and heavy snowfall have stranded 41 Nepali residents in Humla’s northern border point, Hilsa.
- The Hilsa-Taklakot route has been disrupted, and the Chinese side has closed travel for the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage.
- Authorities say around 2 to 2.5 feet of snow has accumulated in Hilsa, and clearing the route will take time on both sides of the border.
- The snowfall is affecting border traffic, local trade, and daily life in the area, with the main pilgrimage season nearing its end.
