"Prithvi Highway Reopens After Landslide in Dhading"

Malekhu (Dhading),September 23: The previously blocked Prithvi Highway has reopened for both directions. The highway at Jawangkhol, Ward No. 10 of Benighat-Rorang Rural Municipality, had been blocked by a landslide from Monday night at 10 PM.

Deputy Superintendent of Police Bhesraj Rizal from the District Police Office, Dhading, stated that the landslide has been cleared and the highway is now open.

He added that although the immediate blockage has been removed, the risk has not completely subsided. Excavators are continuing to clear additional debris. 

Vehicles that were held up have resumed their journey. Due to heavy traffic in the area, congestion is still being reported.