Landslide blocks Mid-Hill Highway, Bolbam pilgrims stranded
Summary
A landslide at Chyasmittar in Halesi Tuwachung Municipality blocked the Mid-Hill Highway, stranding vehicles and pilgrims attending the Bolbam festival.
Key Points
- Continuous rainfall triggered a landslide at Chyasmittar in Halesi Tuwachung Municipality-3, blocking the Mid-Hill Highway.
- The landslide has halted transportation between Kathmandu and the Terai, stranding passengers and vehicles.
- Many pilgrims travelling to Halesi for the Bolbam festival are stuck due to the blockage.
- Local authorities have deployed excavators, but road reopening may take significant time due to the large debris.
