Main Roads to Reopen Before Dashain as Repair Work Speeds Up
Summary
Major roads damaged by floods and landslides are being repaired quickly so they can reopen before Dashain. Authorities say traffic has resumed on some routes, while key highways in districts including Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, Chitwan and Gorkha are still under repair.
Key Points
- The government is accelerating repairs to reopen major roads damaged by floods and landslides before Dashain.
- The Department of Roads says work is underway in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, Chitwan and Gorkha, with access to Dhunche expected within four to five days.
- Some routes, including the Kaligandaki Corridor and the Besisahar-Khangsar road, have resumed one-way traffic, though restrictions remain.
- Major roads in Rasuwa and the Beni-Jomsom road in Myagdi are still affected by flood and landslide damage.
