Nepal Faces Significant Road Safety Challenges, Says Secretary Sigdel
Summary
Secretary Gopal Prasad Sigdel highlights Nepal's significant road safety challenges, citing lack of laws and coordination, and announces preparations for new legislation and infrastructure improvements.
Key Points
- Nepal is significantly behind in road safety due to the absence of proper laws and coordination mechanisms.
- The government plans to introduce the 'Road Safety Bill' and finalize a road safety policy soon.
- A 'Road Safety Council' will be established after the legislation to oversee implementation and coordination.
- Efforts include upgrading narrow roads, resolving over 350 landslide-prone areas on national highways, and installing early warning systems.
