# Prithvi Highway landslide and ongoing weather disruptions

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/prithvi-highway-landslide-and-closure-in-nepal
> Updated: 2026-09-25T03:56:18.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 4.

A major landslide and road subsidence at Krishnabhir on the Nagdhunga–Muglin route of the Prithvi Highway caused a complete blockage of the critical connection between Kathmandu and other parts of Nepal. The damage, triggered by Trishuli River flooding and subsequent erosion, initially led officials to suggest that permanent repairs could take approximately one year.

By mid-September, authorities moved to restore access by constructing a 300-metre bypass track. However, persistent heavy rainfall has continued to destabilize the region. On September 25, a gabion wall supporting the old section of the Prithvi Highway at Krishnabhir collapsed. This failure has placed the newly constructed bypass track at risk.

While the Department of Roads reported no immediate visible issues with the slope above the current operational road, local officials have warned of “extreme danger” and advised against traveling along the route. This follows previous damage caused by floods in the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers in late August. The ongoing weather volatility continues to impact regional road safety and infrastructure stability.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-25: Heavy rainfall causes highway infrastructure collapses in Nepal and India

Heavy rainfall has triggered highway infrastructure collapses in Nepal and India, damaging the Prithvi Highway and the Kalinga Ghat stretch, leading to road closures and safety warnings.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/heavy-rainfall-causes-highway-infrastructure-collapses-in-nepal-and-india

### 2026-09-23: Nepal highway travel restricted due to landslide and flood risks

Heavy rainfall in Nepal has triggered landslide risks, leading to night-time driving bans on the BP and Kanti highways and significant disruptions to the Prithvi Highway.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nepal-highway-travel-restricted-due-to-landslide-and-flood-risks

### 2026-09-15: Prithvi Highway traffic at Krishnabhir set to resume September 17

Traffic on Nepal's Prithvi Highway at Krishnabhir is scheduled to resume on September 17 after a new bypass track was constructed to replace a section blocked by a landslide.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prithvi-highway-traffic-at-krishnabhir-set-to-resume-september-17

### 2026-08-31: Prithvi Highway blocked by major landslide at Krishnabhir

A major landslide at Krishnabhir has blocked the Prithvi Highway, a vital link to Kathmandu. Officials warn permanent repairs may take a year, prompting searches for alternative routes.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prithvi-highway-blocked-by-major-landslide-at-krishnabhir

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