Flood cuts off northern Gorkha’s lifeline, disrupts Manaslu trekking season
Summary
A Budhigandaki flood has washed away homes, hotels and bridges in northern Gorkha, cutting off the Manaslu trekking route at the start of the peak season. Hundreds of residents and trekkers are stranded or displaced as relief supplies and road repairs lag behind the damage.
Key Points
- Sunday’s Budhigandaki flood destroyed hotels, homes and bridges in Dharche and Chumnubri, causing heavy losses in northern Gorkha.
- The damage has cut off the Manaslu trekking route, leaving tourists stranded in Jagat, Chhekampar and Chum Valley.
- Local leaders say road restoration and bridge repairs are urgently needed to reopen access and deliver relief supplies.
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority has sent food, shelter materials and other aid to Gorkha and Dhading.
