Nepal Proposes New Traffic Law to Enhance Road Safety and Protect Good Samaritans
Summary
Nepal's government proposes a new traffic law providing full legal protection to Good Samaritans and introducing stricter penalties to enhance road safety.
Key Points
- The proposed traffic bill provides full legal protection to Good Samaritans rescuing accident victims.
- Hospitals are legally required to provide emergency treatment even without payment or relatives present.
- Driving license validity will be extended from 5 to 10 years with revised age and health criteria.
- Severe penalties, including life imprisonment, are introduced for intentional homicide in road accidents.
