Transport Entrepreneurs Allege Discrimination in Fare Adjustment Policies
Summary
Transport entrepreneurs in Nepal allege discrimination as fare adjustments for road transport lag behind immediate airfares changes despite fuel price hikes. They urge the government to implement recommended fare increases based on a scientific method to alleviate financial hardships.
Key Points
- Saroj Sitaula, Acting President of the Federation of Nepalese National Transport Entrepreneurs, criticized government discrimination between air and road transport fare adjustments after fuel price hikes.
- While airfares are quickly adjusted with fuel price changes, road transport fare adjustments are delayed despite recommendations from the Department of Transport Management.
- The department proposed specific fare increases for public passenger vehicles and cargo vehicles on hilly and Terai roads following recent diesel and petrol price hikes.
- Discussions with government officials focused on reforms to make the transport sector technology-friendly and ensure passenger-friendly services.
