Road closure · live
CLOSED — Kechana-Chandragadhi-Charali-Ilam-Phidim, Ganeshchok-Taplejung-Olanchungola (Mechi Ragmarg)
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Key facts
TypeRoad closure
Date2026-07-09
StatusCLOSED
RefNH02
LocationIlam-9, Ilam
CauseLandslide
Repair ETA5 hours
What happened
Kechana-Chandragadhi-Charali-Ilam-Phidim, Ganeshchok-Taplejung-Olanchungola (Mechi Ragmarg) (NH02) is currently fully closed at Ilam-9, Ilam since 9 Jul 2026. Reported cause: Landslide
This stretch has been continuously blocked for 67 days, since 9 Jul 2026.
This is a recurring closure: blocked 3 of the last 7 days, so expect repeat disruption on this stretch even after it reopens.
In the news
- 1.Traffic has resumed on the Mechi highway following a closure that lasted for nearly two months. Nepalnews.com · 31 Aug 2026
Press coverage refreshed daily · updated 14 Sept 2026 — full story at the source.
Staying safe
- · Follow official notices from NDRRMA and Nepal Police before travelling into the affected area.
- · Keep emergency numbers saved: NDRRMA 1149, Police 100, Traffic Police 103.
- · Check the BIPAD live map and rescue portal for the latest verified situation.
Relief & help
- PM Disaster Relief Fund — official donations
- Relief volunteering near you
- NDRRMA 1149Police 100Traffic 103
Official sources
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