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Kathmandu, 28 July – The picturesque Himalayan district of Manang has been cut off from the rest of the region as severe landslides and incessant rainfall have caused extensive damage to the Dumre-Besishahar-Chame road. The disruption has left residents and travelers stranded, prompting urgent efforts by local authorities to clear the debris and restore access.
The landslides, triggered by heavy rains, have wreaked havoc along the road section between Dumre and Chame, with particularly severe damage reported in the Besishahar municipality-6 of Lamjung. Suman Adhikari, a sub-engineer from the project office, revealed that multiple areas along the route, including Belauti Busauna, Kharkhare, Rambazar, Ghopte Bhir, and Chamche, have been hit by landslides. In some locations, entire sections of the road have been washed away, while others have been blocked by debris.
Adhikari expressed the challenges faced by the rescue and reconstruction teams, stating, “The continuous rainfall is impeding our efforts to remove the landslides and restore the road. Despite our ongoing work, the situation remains precarious.”
The landslides have been more pronounced on the side leading toward Lamjung, with Adhikari reporting that the impact has been felt over a 35-kilometer stretch. Meanwhile, the Chief District Officer of Manang, Suprabha Khanal Dhungel, revealed that although the rain has subsided in Manang, unfavorable weather conditions persist in Lamjung.
Efforts to reopen the critical Dumre-Besishahar-Chame road are underway, with excavators strategically positioned along the affected areas to expedite debris removal. The project office is collaborating closely with local authorities and emergency services to mitigate the disruption caused by the landslides and restore essential transportation routes.
The Dumre-Besishahar-Chame road spans approximately 105 kilometers and is vital for connectivity within the region. The current crisis has underscored the challenges posed by the rugged terrain and unpredictable weather patterns, highlighting the need for robust infrastructure development and disaster preparedness measures.
As authorities work tirelessly to restore access and clear the road, the residents of Manang and neighboring districts remain hopeful for a swift resolution to the transportation crisis that has isolated the picturesque Himalayan enclave.
