Vehicular movement restricted at night on roads connecting Hetauda and Kathmandu

Bagamati, Oct 3: Vehicular movement has been restricted at night on two major roads between Hetauda and Kathmandu for three days, starting tonight (October 3), due to forecasts of heavy rain.

According to Makawanpur’s Chief District Officer, Scheme Shrestha, vehicles will not be allowed to move through the Kanti Highway from 4:00 pm to 6:00 am and on the Hetauda–Bhaise–Kathmandu road from 5:00 pm to 6:00 am. These restrictions will remain in place until October 6.

The decision was made based on rainfall predictions from the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, citing the influence of local and monsoon winds.

The CDO has urged the public to avoid long-distance or night travel unless it's an emergency, and to stay alert for possible rain-related risks. (RSS)