Sunday, August 2nd, 2026

Three highways completely blocked by landslides



KATHMANDU: Several major highways across the country remain disrupted due to floods and landslides triggered by recent rainfall.

According to Nepal Police, the Koshi Highway in Sankhuwasabha, the Araniko Highway in Sindhupalchowk, and the Mid-Hill Highway in Lamjung are completely blocked.

Meanwhile, traffic is operating on a one-way basis in the Bhojpur section of the Mid-Hill Highway, the Beni–Jomsom Road in Myagdi, and the Shivanagar section of the East–West Highway in Kapilvastu.

Police said efforts are underway to clear debris and restore full vehicular movement on the affected routes.

Publish Date : 01 May 2026 08:21 AM

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