Monsoon Disaster Mitigation Campaign Launched for Roads and Vehicles

Summary

Kathmandu has launched the 'Road and Vehicle Targeted Monsoon Disaster Mitigation Campaign-2083' to reduce damage to roads and vehicles during the monsoon season, involving traffic police, transport entrepreneurs, and labor organizations.

Key Points
  • The 'Road and Vehicle Targeted Monsoon Disaster Mitigation Campaign-2083' was launched in Kathmandu to minimize monsoon-related road and vehicle damage.
  • The campaign involves Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office and the Federation of National Transport Entrepreneurs of Nepal in collaboration with labor organizations.
  • Online ticketing for public transport and installation of CCTV and GPS systems in vehicles are planned to improve traffic management and safety.
  • Baggage tags will be made mandatory for passengers to reduce issues of lost or stolen luggage during monsoon travel.
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