Authorities manage alternative route on flood-damaged BP Highway
Summary
Continuous rainfall caused flooding in the Roshi River, washing away parts of the BP Highway and disrupting traffic. Authorities have established an alternative route via Khurkot–Manthali–Charikot–Mude–Khadichaur toward Dolalghat, with a one-way traffic system enforced by Ramechhap Traffic Police to manage vehicle flow.
Key Points
- Continuous rainfall on October 3 and 4 caused flooding in the Roshi River that washed away major sections of the BP Highway.
- Vehicular movement was severely disrupted leading to the use of alternative routes for travel from Tarai and eastern districts.
- An alternate route has been established through Khurkot–Manthali–Charikot–Mude–Khadichaur toward Dolalghat.
- Ramechhap Traffic Police have implemented a one-way system to manage traffic flow smoothly for vehicles heading to and from Kathmandu.
