January 5: Bhimphedi-Dakshinkali road linking Hetauda, the capital of Bagmati province, to the federal capital Kathmandu, has been closed for vehicular movement from Friday to upgrade the road. This is the shortest route from Hetauda to Kathmandu. The road will be closed until April 12, 2024.    
The District Police Office, Makawanpur has urged commuters to use alternative route until April 12. Spokesperson for the District Police Office, Makawanpur Laxmi Bhandari said that the road leading to Kathmandu via Kulekhani-Chitlang and the Kanti Highway can be used as alternative route.    
According to her, one can also take the Narayangadh-Muglin road to Kathmandu. -- RSS