Korala border crossing sees surge in trade and tourism
The Korala border crossing has become a critical trade route following the disruption of the Rasuwagadhi pass, boosting local commerce in Mustang.
The Korala border crossing has become a critical trade route following the disruption of the Rasuwagadhi pass, boosting local commerce in Mustang.
Mustang produced apples worth an estimated Rs 1.14 billion this year, but the closure of the Beni-Jomsom road during the peak season has left traders with unsold stock.
Traffic resumed along the Beni–Babiachour road in Myagdi after four days of landslide disruptions, while authorities accelerate repair works on severed corridors to Mustang and Manang.
Overland trade between Nepal and China has stalled ahead of Dashain after snow and landslides cut off the Korala crossing, leaving all three northern trade routes closed.
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