Why Nepal’s Roads Fail Every Monsoon and What Could Make Them Safer Every monsoon, Nepal’s roads are disrupted by landslides, floods, and unfinished infrastructure. Heavy rain may trigger the damage, but weak planning, delayed projects, poor oversight, and slow disaster response often make the situation worse. Safer roads will require more than clearing blockages it will take stronger accountability, better drainage, timely warnings, and long-term planning.Jul 23
Landslides Shut Key Highways as Heavy Rain Disrupts Travel Across NepalHeavy monsoon rain has triggered landslides and flooding across Nepal, blocking more than 15 highway sections, closing key routes to Kathmandu, stranding travellers, and raising the risk of further floods and landslides through Wednesday.Jul 14
Dolpa Mud Flood Kills Woman, Injures Six as Early Monsoon Disaster Renews Concerns Over Nepal's PreparednessA mud flood triggered by continuous monsoon rainfall swept through Gairigaun in Dolpa at around 3:00 a.m., killing one woman and injuring six others. As rescue efforts continue, the tragedy has renewed concerns over Nepal's disaster preparedness, particularly in remote mountain communities where emergency response and early warning systems remain limited.Jul 5
More Than 8,300 Kathmandu Households Identified As Vulnerable Ahead Of Monsoon SeasonKathmandu Metropolitan City has approved a monsoon preparedness plan after identifying 128 flood-prone locations across the city. The plan estimates that more than 8,300 households could be affected by flooding and inundation during this year's monsoon season.Jun 14
