Kathmandu roads thin out as 884,000 leave Valley ahead of March 5 polls

Summary

Kathmandu Valley roads have become largely deserted as 884,095 passengers left ahead of the March 5 elections and Holi festival, easing traffic but raising safety concerns.

Key Points
  • A total of 884,095 passengers have left Kathmandu Valley over the past 20 days before the March 5 elections.
  • Vehicle movement inside the Valley has declined significantly, easing traffic management.
  • Traffic police have intensified vehicle checks at key exit points and warned travelers about safety, especially motorcyclists.
  • Bus operations decreased after midnight Wednesday due to the election ban on vehicle movement for the election period.
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