Landslides block Kagbeni–Korala road in Mustang
Summary
Continuous rainfall in Mustang has caused landslides and floods that damaged and blocked the Kagbeni–Korala road, with repair efforts underway but traffic still suspended.
Key Points
- Continuous rainfall since Thursday night caused landslides and floods at 10 locations along the Kagbeni–Korala road in Mustang.
- Floods and debris destroyed multiple sections of the road between Kagbeni and Chhusang, blocking vehicular movement.
- Heavy machinery and resources from the Kaligandaki Corridor project have been deployed for repair and clearance work.
- Officials estimate several days are needed to reopen the route, and the public is urged to avoid traveling on this road until further notice.
