Concern over food shortage in northern Gorkha
Summary
Severe flooding in the Budhi Gandaki River has damaged bridges and access routes in northern Gorkha, raising fears of food shortages in remote settlements of Chumnubri Rural Municipality. Mule transport of essential goods has been repeatedly disrupted as trails and bridges are washed away.
Key Points
- Severe flooding in the Budhi Gandaki River has damaged bridges and transport routes in northern Gorkha, disrupting supply lines to remote villages.
- Chumnubri Rural Municipality depends on mules to carry food, salt, cooking oil and other essentials because it is not connected to the road network.
- Recent floods on October 11 washed away repaired trails again, reviving concerns about shortages in the Manaslu region.
- Local traders and residents are urging immediate repairs and long-term route management to avoid a possible food crisis.
