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Part of Disaster has affected settlements near Kathmandu due to the ongoing issues with the Trishuli River.

What could the landslide blockage of the Budhi Gandaki River mean for Gorkha District?

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Gorkha District faces infrastructure damage from river flooding A landslide in Chumnubri village, located about 100 kilometres west of Kathmandu, blocked the Budhi Gandaki River. This blockage caused flooding downstream, sweeping away about a dozen houses and two suspension bridges. Furthermore, the flooded river washed away a highway bridge connecting Gorkha with the neighbouring Dhading district, and damaged a hydroelectric project camp.

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Why it matters

The destruction of houses, suspension bridges, and a highway bridge represents a significant immediate loss of life-sustaining infrastructure for Gorkha District. The damage to the highway bridge specifically impacts connectivity between Gorkha and the neighbouring Dhading district, complicating relief efforts and local commerce.

The district is also situated along the Budhi Gandaki River, which is a tributary of the Trishuli River. This river system is known for its vulnerability to natural events, including a catastrophic flood in August that killed 1,457 people, highlighting the long-term risk faced by the region.

What we don't know yet

  • What is the estimated cost of repairing the damaged infrastructure in Gorkha District?
  • How will the loss of the highway bridge affect local supply chains and access to aid?

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Government agencies increase emergency funding for reconstructionThe recovery timeline for Gorkha District's infrastructure may accelerate, mitigating the long-term economic impact.
Further landslides occur along the Budhi Gandaki RiverThe damage to Gorkha District's infrastructure could worsen, leading to prolonged isolation and increased humanitarian needs.

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  • About Marshyangdi River

    Given the vulnerability of the Budhi Gandaki system, how might similar landslide risks affect the Marshyangdi River basin?

  • About Bheri River

    Does the Bheri River system face comparable risks of infrastructure damage from landslides and flooding in the region?

  • About Khola

    How does the specific khola feeding the damaged hydroelectric project relate to the overall flow and stability of the Budhi Gandaki River?

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The full eventLandslide Blocks Budhi Gandaki River, Causing Flooding and Infrastructure Damage Near… Everything aboutGorkha District

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