Beni-Jomsom-Korala road to cost Rs 1 billion for repair
Summary
Landslides, floods and erosion triggered by rainfall have caused about Rs 1 billion in damage to the Beni-Jomsom-Korala road, with a further Rs 3 billion to Rs 4 billion needed for full restoration. The worst damage was reported in the Myagdi section, where sections were swept away or destroyed at multiple locations.
Key Points
- Rainfall from September 24 to 27 triggered landslides, floods and erosion that damaged the Beni-Jomsom-Korala road by an estimated Rs 1 billion.
- The Beni-Jomsom-Korala Road Project says Rs 3 billion to Rs 4 billion more will be needed to restore the road to its original condition.
- The Kaligandaki River washed away or destroyed road sections at 10 locations, while landslides caused damage at 50 locations.
- The 33-kilometer Myagdi section suffered the most damage, according to project officials.
