Archive · 25 Sep 2026
Bagmati River Overflows as Heavy Rains Block Nepal Highways
Heavy rain has caused the Bagmati River in Nepal to rise and overflow.
This has created danger for people living near the river.
Landslides have also covered several important roads with mud and rocks.
The blocked roads connect Kathmandu with other parts of the country.
Buses and other long-distance vehicles are stuck along the roads.
The affected routes include the Prithvi Highway, BP Highway and Kanti Lokpath.
Authorities are watching the situation closely.
People in low-lying areas have been placed on high alert.
The Bagmati River has overflowed its banks after persistent heavy rainfall.
Authorities issued a high alert for low-lying riverside communities.
Landslides have blocked the Prithvi Highway, BP Highway and Kanti Lokpath.
Long-distance transport vehicles are stranded along the affected roads.
Authorities are monitoring the situation as access between Kathmandu and other parts of Nepal remains disrupted.
- Who
- Residents of low-lying riverside communities, authorities and stranded long-distance transport operators are affected.
- What
- The Bagmati River overflowed, while landslides blocked major highways in Nepal.
- When
- After persistent heavy rainfall; no exact date is specified.
- Where
- Kathmandu and surrounding transport routes in Nepal, including the Bagmati River and three named highways.
- Why
- Heavy rainfall triggered the river overflow and landslides.
- Country
- Nepal
- Affected river
- Bagmati River
- Main impact
- River overflow and landslides
- Blocked routes
- Prithvi Highway, BP Highway and Kanti Lokpath
- Communities on alert
- Low-lying riverside communities
- Transport impact
- Long-distance vehicles are stranded
- Response
- Authorities are monitoring the situation