September floods: 10 bridges temporarily rebuilt, 7 under construction

Kathmandu, November 13 — During the last week of September, heavy rainfall caused floods that disrupted 43 highways at 819 locations across the country. Of these, 366 locations have been temporarily repaired and are now operational in both directions.

Additionally, 452 locations are operating one-way, and one highway is still blocked. According to the Department of Roads, the highway connecting the eastern hilly districts to the Terai—Thadi-Bhagawanpur-Lahan-Gaighat-Kharpa-Solu—remains closed. The floodwaters of the Sunkoshi River washed away the Foksingtar Bridge, which connects Udaypur and Khotang districts, causing the disruption. The construction of a new bridge has not yet been completed, preventing the highway from functioning.