Villages in the vicinity of Lipulekh struggle as landslides cut off roads, communication
Summary
Landslides have severely disrupted road and communication access in Chhangru and Tinker villages near Lipulekh, leaving residents struggling with food supplies and migration pathways.
Key Points
- Landslides on August 13 washed away foot trails, cutting off access and communication in Chhangru and Tinker villages in Darchula district.
- Residents rely on Indian passes for access due to damaged intra-Nepal routes, raising concerns about border sovereignty and logistics.
- Local officials warn of imminent food crises and hardships in transporting supplies without road restoration.
- Tourism activists and local leaders emphasize the need for infrastructure development to reinforce Nepal's territorial claims.
