Sunday holiday cuts traffic in Kathmandu amid global energy crisis [Photo Feature]
Summary
Nepal has declared Sundays as holidays for schools and government offices to reduce fuel consumption amid the global energy crisis, resulting in a significant 50% drop in traffic volume in Kathmandu.
Key Points
- Nepal has declared Sundays as holidays for schools and government offices to reduce fuel consumption amid a global energy crisis.
- Traffic movement in Kathmandu has decreased by around 50 percent on Sundays.
- Traffic congestion still persists at major intersections like Kalanki, Chabahil, New Baneshwor, Maitighar, Gaushala, and Jadibuti.
- The global energy crisis is influenced by tensions between Iran and the United States.
