Public Transport Fares Increased for Long and Medium-Distance Routes

Summary

Public transport fares for long and medium-distance routes across Nepal have been increased, with hikes ranging from 19 to 524 rupees on 280 routes including significant rises from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Dhangadhi.

Key Points
  • Public passenger vehicle fares for long and medium-distance routes have been increased across Nepal.
  • Fare increases range from a minimum of 18 rupees on the Narayangadh-Kawasoti Bazaar route to a maximum of 524 rupees on the Kathmandu-Attariya-Martadi route.
  • Passengers traveling from Kathmandu to Pokhara face a fare increase of 109 rupees, while those traveling to Dhangadhi will pay 336 rupees more.
  • The fare for the Kathmandu-Attariya-Chainpur (Bajhang) route has also significantly increased by 520 rupees.
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