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The climb of the bus from Lanka to Bharionghati was steep, and we could feel that the engine was under tremendous strain. We had been driving for more than six hours since we had left Hanumanchatti and come to Dharasu. The scenic views of the lush green mountains with an occasional glimpse of the snow-clad peaks were soothing to the eyes. There was virtually no traffic except for an occasional bus, or a taxi. We had passed the little townships
