Authorities urge public to avoid Narayanghat-Muglin road and Prithvi Highway amid landslide risk

Summary

Authorities have advised the public to avoid the Narayanghat-Muglin road and Prithvi Highway due to increased landslide risk triggered by continuous rainfall, causing frequent blockages and traffic disruptions.

Key Points
  • Authorities have advised against non-essential travel on the Narayanghat-Muglin road and Prithvi Highway due to landslide risks.
  • Continuous rainfall has triggered fresh landslides at Tuinkhola and between Muglin and Malekhu.
  • Frequent mudslides have caused intermittent blockages despite debris clearing efforts.
  • These routes are critical corridors connecting Kathmandu and Pokhara to the East-West Highway with heavy daily traffic.
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