Authorities Prepare for Election Travel Surge Amid Ongoing Road Construction Woes

Kathmandu. Approximately 800,000 people temporarily residing in the Kathmandu Valley are estimated to return to their villages for the Holi festival and Thursday's elections. Consequently, a rush of people heading home has been observed over the past few days.Considering this surge, the Department of Transport Management has announced plans to keep road transport smooth and operational, even utilizing army and school/college buses if necessary.However, as major highways remain under construction, travelers will have to face dust and risky journeys in many sections. The Department of Roads stated that maintenance work on roads under its jurisdiction has been intensified.Due to the...