Bhairahawa, gateway to Lumbini, hit by parking woes

Hotels and restaurants draw crowds but lack proper parking space. Most offices and businesses rely on street parking, adding to congestion.

Bhairahawa, known as the gateway to Lumbini—birthplace of Lord Buddha—has transformed into a bustling hospitality hub following the operation of Gautam Buddha International Airport and the rise of industrial corridors along the Postal Highway. Despite all its progress, the city is grappling with chaotic parking that is choking its streets.