Traffic increases at Kathmandu Valley entry points as Dashain returnees arrive
Summary
Traffic has increased at major entry points into Kathmandu Valley as Dashain returnees begin coming back after receiving tika and blessings. Police have stepped up monitoring and deployed personnel to ease congestion and reduce the risk of road accidents.
Key Points
- Traffic has risen at key entry points into Kathmandu Valley as Dashain travelers return after the festival.
- The Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office says personnel have been deployed to manage congestion and facilitate movement.
- Increased vehicle flow is being seen along routes including Nagdhunga–Kalanki, Jadibuti–Koteshwor, Tinpiple, Jagati, Bhattedanda and Dakshinkali–Pharping.
- KVTPO data shows 576,578 people left the valley in 79,676 vehicles between Ghatasthapana and October 20 to celebrate Dashain.
