Mass Exodus from Kathmandu Valley Ahead of Federal Parliament Elections
Summary
Over 750,000 passengers have left Kathmandu Valley ahead of the House of Representatives election, causing increased traffic and packed public transport.
Key Points
- More than approximately 750,000 people have left Kathmandu Valley to cast votes in their home districts.
- The trend of leaving Kathmandu Valley ahead of the Thursday election has increased significantly.
- Traffic Police Deputy Superintendent Sunil Jung Shah reported packed public transport vehicles and increased private vehicle movement.
- Traffic police manpower has been increased to ensure safer and more organized transportation amid heavy traffic.