Transport Entrepreneurs Demand Immediate Fare Adjustment Following Fuel Price Hikes

Summary

Transport entrepreneurs in Kathmandu demand immediate fare adjustments for public transport following fuel price hikes by Nepal Oil Corporation, warning of self-declared fare collection if ignored.

Key Points
  • Transport entrepreneurs demand immediate fare adjustment following fuel price hikes by Nepal Oil Corporation.
  • Federation of Nepalese National Transport Entrepreneurs highlights discrimination in fare adjustments compared to airfares.
  • Department of Transport Management recommended specific fare increases to the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport, which remain unimplemented.
  • Entrepreneurs warn of operating losses and threaten to set fares themselves if government does not act promptly.
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