Road closure · live
CLOSED — Rani-Biratnagar-Itahari-Dharan-Dhankuta-Hile, Leguwaghat-Tumlingtar-Khandbari-Num-Kimathanka (Koshi Rajmarg)
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Key facts
What happened
Rani-Biratnagar-Itahari-Dharan-Dhankuta-Hile, Leguwaghat-Tumlingtar-Khandbari-Num-Kimathanka (Koshi Rajmarg) (NH08) is currently fully closed at Makalu-3, Sankhuwasabha since 5 Sept 2026. Reported cause: Landslide
This stretch has been continuously blocked for 9 days, since 5 Sept 2026.
This is a recurring closure: blocked 3 of the last 7 days, so expect repeat disruption on this stretch even after it reopens.
The Koshi Rajmarg (NH08), specifically the stretch connecting Rani-Biratnagar-Itahari-Dharan-Dhankuta-Hile to Leguwaghat-Tumlingtar-Khandbari-Num-Kimathanka, has been closed to traffic since September 5, 2026.
The closure was caused by a landslide that has obstructed the highway.
Sources: OnlineKhabar
In the news
- 1.Bhotekoshi floods: Damage to 18 schools; Rs 4.23 billion estimated for recovery OnlineKhabar
- 2.Roads damaged by the Bhotekoshi flood are currently undergoing reconstruction efforts. myRepublica · 6 Sept 2026
Press coverage refreshed daily · updated 13 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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