Transport federation demands fare adjustment, citing fuel price hike
Summary
The Federation of Nepalese Transport Entrepreneurs has urged the government to adjust public transport fares following a recent hike in petroleum prices by the Nepal Oil Corporation.
Key Points
- The Federation of Nepalese Transport Entrepreneurs (FNNTE) urged the government to adjust public transport fares due to petroleum price increases.
- Nepal Oil Corporation increased diesel prices by Rs10 and petrol by Rs15 from midnight Sunday.
- The FNNTE highlighted that fuel price changes directly affect public transport operations, which rely on diesel and petrol.
- The federation requested immediate activation of fare adjustment mechanisms by the Department of Transport Management and respective provincial ministries.
