Bajura, Feb. 5: Forget about AI and technology—history was made in Himali Rural Municipality-5, Kudi, Bajura, as a vehicle reached the village for the first time, filling the locals with immense joy and excitement.

For years, the villagers of Kudi had been waiting for proper road access, and their patience has finally paid off. Thanks to the relentless efforts of the rural municipality, the newly connected road network has transformed daily life, making transportation far easier.

Previously, locals had to walk an entire day to reach the municipal office, but now, the journey takes just an hour. This drastic reduction in travel time is a huge relief for the community.

The arrival of vehicles has also been a dream come true for 75-year-old Lalmani Rokaya. “Without a road, it was very difficult to transport our produce to the market. Now that vehicles can reach us, selling our locally grown vegetables will be much easier,” Rokaya shared with great enthusiasm.

Despite road connectivity in other parts of the municipality, Kudi had remained inaccessible for a long time due to geographical challenges. However, funds were allocated annually, and after continuous efforts, vehicles have finally started operating in the village.

Rural Municipality Chair Gobinda Bahadur Malla highlighted the achievement, stating, “Although Ward Nos. 4, 5, and 7 were connected to the road network last year, Kudi remained cut off until now.”

With jeeps and tractors now running in the area, further efforts are underway to extend road access to other wards in the municipality. The villagers, who had long been dependent on foot travel, now look forward to a future with improved connectivity, better trade opportunities, and easier access to essential services.