Nepal, July 9 -- Continuous rainfall overnight has triggered multiple landslides along the Palpa-Butwal section of the Siddhartha Highway, causing complete road blockage since early Wednesday morning.

District Traffic Police Office Chief Prabin Acharya said landslides occurred at several points from Bartung to the Siddhababa area. Major landslides were reported near Dobhan Siddhababa Temple, Jodhdhara, and areas close to Bartung. Authorities are currently working to clear the debris.

Acharya mentioned that while temporary one-way traffic was allowed by clearing some debris, consistent rainfall has led to repeated landslides, preventing full road operation. "Hundreds of vehicles are stuck. We've tried to let some pass occasionally, but w...