Nepal Transport Entrepreneurs Demand Stable EV Policy for 10 Years
Summary
Transport entrepreneurs have demanded a stable electric vehicle policy for at least 10 years, along with clear rules on permits, fares, subsidies, and charging infrastructure. They say frequent policy changes, weak coordination, and fake parts are hurting investment and safety in the EV sector.
Key Points
- The Nepal Transport Entrepreneurs National Federation wants a long-term, unchanged EV policy to protect investments in the sector.
- Chairman Punya Prasad Sitaula said vehicle permits, fares, and route decisions should be based on scientific studies rather than political decisions.
- He urged the government to require charging stations at petrol pumps nationwide and to provide subsidies and incentives to expand EV use.
- Sitaula also called for strict control on fake and substandard parts and for clearer safety standards for EV batteries.
