BUTWAL: The Butwal–Narayangadh road section along the East-West Highway has remained blocked since Monday morning due to a massive landslide in the Daunne hill area, preventing vehicular movement for more than 24 hours.
The landslide, triggered by continuous rainfall, occurred at Daunne hill in Binayi Tribeni Rural Municipality–2 of Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta East). According to Superintendent of Police Yadav Dhakal of the District Police Office, the ongoing rainfall has made it difficult to resume traffic.
“The road has become dangerously slippery in the uphill section due to the rain and landslide,” SP Dhakal said. “Even though gravel was placed to ease the movement near the under-construction bridge by the Bishwakarma Temple in Daunne, it hasn’t been effective in reopening the road.”
Further complications have arisen as several vehicles have become stuck in the mud, making it harder to clear the area. Hundreds of passengers and drivers are currently stranded along the highway due to the obstruction.
The Daunne stretch has been particularly vulnerable since the hill was cut during road expansion works. Authorities say even moderate rainfall often leads to blockages in the area.
Efforts to clear the road are ongoing, but continued rain is hindering progress.
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