Rasuwagadhi Road Reconstruction Timeline Uncertain Amidst Significant Flood Damage
Summary
Flood damage has left the Rasuwagadhi road connection uncertain, with track excavation and temporary bailey bridges underway but full reopening still months away. The destruction in Rasuwa is estimated at about NPR 127 billion, including more than NPR 33 billion in damage to roads and bridges.
Key Points
- About 40 kilometers of road in the Dhunche–Syaphrubesi–Rasuwagadhi corridor were washed out by the Bhote Koshi flood.
- A bailey bridge near Betrawati Bazaar is expected to become operational within four to five days, restoring access toward Dhunche.
- Officials say it will take a few more months to reconnect Rasuwagadhi by road, and work before Dashain and Tihar will remain limited.
- The ministry estimates flood damage in Rasuwa at around NPR 127 billion, with road and bridge losses exceeding NPR 33 billion.
