Arun River partly blocked by landslide, riverbank settlements made alert

21 June Sankhuwasabha : The Arun River has been partially blocked by the landslide at Oyang of Makalu Rural Municipality-2 and 5 in the district. The landslip that occurred today also displaced households nearby.

The displaced households have been shifted to safety. An approximately 300 meters wide artificial lake has been created after the water accumulated following the blockage of the river, said Deputy Superintendent of Police Nawa Raj Malla. Details of the incident are awaited, he said.

The police have asked settlements around the river, Arun III hydropower project site, Heluwabensi, Chewabensi and Manakamana to stay safe and alert against risks.