Dashain exodus tops 348,000 as damaged highways test travel network
Summary
More than 348,000 people have already left the Kathmandu Valley for Dashain, with travel expected to surge further as damaged highways, landslides and bridge failures disrupt journeys nationwide. Authorities have deployed more than 1,300 traffic personnel and emergency equipment to manage the holiday rush.
Key Points
- More than 348,314 people left the Kathmandu Valley by the morning of Asoj 30 for Dashain travel.
- Public transport demand is projected at 650,000 to 975,000 passengers during the festival period.
- Damage on the Prithvi Highway, BP Highway and a bridge in Arughat, Gorkha is disrupting travel nationwide.
- Authorities have deployed over 1,300 traffic personnel and heavy equipment to handle emergencies and road clearance.
