KATHMANDU: The Punymata Khola bridge on the alternative route of Araniko Highway, specifically on the Banepa–Nala–Bhaktapur road section, has collapsed.
The bridge is located at the boundary of Banepa Municipality wards 1 and 4 in Kavre district. Following the collapse, the entire road has been completely closed to traffic, according to Sunil Dhwajju, Chief of the District Traffic Office in Kavre.
The bridge gave way during the night near the Nala Pulbazar area, causing significant difficulties for passengers and local residents trying to travel. Vehicles are now forced to use other alternative routes.
Meanwhile, the main Dhulikhel–Suryabinayak road is under construction and currently blocked, making this road the only alternative route.
With the Punymata Khola bridge collapse, the alternative route has also become inaccessible.
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