Traffic increases as Dashain revelers return to Kathmandu
Summary
Traffic has increased at major entry points into Kathmandu Valley as Dashain celebrants return in large numbers. Police have stepped up monitoring as congestion grows and more than 576,000 people begin coming back after the festival.
Key Points
- Traffic has risen sharply on roads and entry points leading into Kathmandu Valley as Dashain celebrants return home.
- The Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office says congestion has increased on routes including Nagdhunga-Kalanki, Jadibuti-Koteshwor, Jagati and Dakshinkali-Pharping.
- Around 1,000 vehicles pass through the valley’s major entry points each day.
- More than 576,000 people left Kathmandu Valley for Dashain between Ghatasthapana and Kartik 3.
