KATHMANDU: Monsoon-induced disasters, including landslides and floods, have affected 163 highways in the past 36 hours. According to statistics from the Department of Roads, 16 highways across the country are completely obstructed, while 147 are operating one-way.

Vehicular movement has been disrupted due to obstructions on six bridges along the national highways.

Meanwhile, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology said heavy rainfall occurred at one or two places in Koshi, Gandaki, and Sudurpaschim Provinces on Wednesday night.

Stating that heavy rainfall is forecast to occur in various parts of the country until Friday, the Department has requested everyone to remain alert and vigilant.