Fikkal (Ilam), June 28: The Golakharka-Rajduwali section of the Mechi Highway in Ilam has been blocked due to landslides caused by heavy rains.
According to Chief District Officer Laxman Dhakal, the blockage occurred in Maikhola, Ilam Municipality-9.
Landslides are common in this area, creating challenges for vehicular movement especially during monsoon. Efforts are being made to clear the debris so that smaller vehicles could pass through a single lane. However, but it will take time to restore access for large vehicles due to the continuous landslides, according to Dhakal.
Another blockage occurred near the Ilam-Jhapa border after a fall of mound and trees. Kuldeep Chand, the chief of the District Police Office, mentioned that they were also working to reopen the obstructed section of the road.
The road blockades have caused significant impact on residents from Ilam, Panchthar, Taplejung and Jhapa, leaving many travelers stranded in these areas.
