Kathmandu Metropolitan City to Launch Nighttime Public Bus Service
Summary
Kathmandu Metropolitan City is launching a nighttime public bus service with four electric buses on two main routes to improve night travel and safety from Baisakh 1, 2083.
Key Points
- Kathmandu Metropolitan City plans to resume systematic nighttime public bus service starting Baisakh 1, 2083.
- Four electric buses will operate from 8 PM to 11 PM on two routes connecting hospitals, business hubs, residential areas, and the airport.
- The service aims to reduce high taxi fares and improve safety, especially for women, girls, and students at night with CCTV and police deployment.
- Sajha Yatayat will operate the service with government support and sustainable funding, bearing initial losses and using GPS and CCTV for security.
