Government Revises National Transport Policy After 25 Years
Summary
The government has revised and implemented the National Transport Policy after about 25 years, aiming to build a safer, greener, and technology-friendly transport system. The new policy prioritizes coordination across road, rail, waterway, and air transport, along with improved public transport and digital systems.
Key Points
- The government has issued the National Transport Policy, 2083, after revising it following a gap of about 25 years.
- The policy seeks to create a sustainable, accessible, safe, green, and technology-friendly transport system.
- It emphasizes better public transport, road safety, environment-friendly technology, and expanded digital systems.
- The revision reflects changing technology, urbanization, climate change, and sustainable development goals.
