Flood damage makes journeys longer and costlier in Rasuwa
Summary
Flood-damaged roads and bridges in Rasuwa have made travel to villages like Dalphedi and Hakubesi far slower and far more expensive, with some journeys now taking days and costing many times more than before. Displaced residents are struggling to return home for Dashain as authorities work to restore road access and rebuild key bridges.
Key Points
- Travel from Kathmandu to villages in Rasuwa that once took a day now takes up to three days and can cost around Rs10,000 after the August 26 floods.
- Damaged roads, destroyed bridges and steep transport fares are preventing displaced residents from returning home, especially ahead of Dashain.
- Local officials say travel will improve only after bridges are rebuilt at key points such as Syafrubesi, Runga and Timure.
- Authorities and the Nepali Army have begun restoring connectivity, including installing a Bailey bridge over the Phalakhu Khola.
