A sudden flood in the Budhi Gandaki River reached Arughat Bazaar in Gorkha on the morning of October 11, 2026, prompting authorities to evacuate residents to safer locations.
The floodwaters, carrying mud and debris, posed a risk to people in the area. Police are making announcements over loudspeakers to warn residents.
Arughat residents moved to safer locations
Authorities ordered the evacuation as the flood reached the bazaar. Residents were moved away from areas considered at risk from the river.
Police issue warnings
Police are using microphones to alert people in the area about the flood threat and urge them to stay safe.
