Nine highways blocked due to floods and landslides in three provinces

Summary

Nine major highways in Koshi, Bagmati, and Karnali provinces are blocked due to floods and landslides caused by heavy rainfall.

Key Points
  • Nine major highways in Koshi, Bagmati, and Karnali provinces have been blocked due to floods and landslides.
  • Heavy rainfall on October 3 and 4 triggered the floods and landslides.
  • Koshi Highway is blocked at Barunkhola and Ekuwa in Sankhuwasabha district.
  • Karnali Corridor highway is completely blocked in Humla and Kalikot districts.
  • One-way traffic has been opened on sections of the Koshi Highway and Kanti Highway.
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