Nepal Transport Operators Demand Fare Adjustment Amid Soaring Fuel Prices
Summary
Transport operators in Nepal demand fare adjustments or fuel tax relief due to recent sharp diesel price hikes, warning of business unsustainability.
Key Points
- Transport operators cite a crisis due to a cumulative 55 rupees per liter diesel price increase making business unsustainable.
- A long-distance vehicle to Kakarbhitta incurs an extra 19,250 rupees per trip from the diesel price hike.
- Operators demand an automated pricing system to align fares with fluctuating fuel costs.
- They warn of halting operations if the government fails to implement scientific fare adjustments or reduce fuel taxes.
