Dashain Exodus Intensifies as 56,809 Leave Kathmandu Valley in 24 Hours
Summary
56,809 people left the Kathmandu Valley in the past 24 hours as Dashain travel picked up sharply ahead of the festival. Transport operators warned that damaged highways and vehicle congestion, including disruptions on the Prithvi Highway, are making the rush difficult to manage.
Key Points
- 56,809 people departed Kathmandu Valley through various checkpoints in the past 24 hours, according to traffic police.
- Nagdhunga saw the highest exit volume with 27,649 passengers, followed by Bhaktapur with 20,615 and Pharping with 5,510.
- Transport entrepreneurs said damaged national highways and disruptions on the Prithvi Highway are complicating festival travel.
- The transport federation urged passengers to buy tickets in advance, pay prescribed fares, and check vehicle conditions before traveling.
-10.png)