Dashain Travel Alert: Roads Blocked by Landslides

Heading home this Dashain? Be careful recent heavy rains have triggered landsides and blockages across Nepal’s highways.

• Affected areas: Narayanghat–Butwal, Karnali Highway (Gagane Khola–Humma), Mahakali Highway (Baitadi), and hill districts like Gulmi, Palpa, Kalikot.
• Impact: Long delays, stranded buses, unsafe roads, disrupted supplies, and limited alternative routes.

Tips for travelers:

1. Check local news & live road updates before leaving.
2. Start early and travel in daylight.
3. Pack essentials: water, snacks, warm clothes, power bank.
4. Know alternative routes in case of blockages.
5. Avoid heavy luggage and risky stretches.

Authorities are clearing debris, but some roads may remain partially blocked. Travel smart, stay safe, and plan for extra time