28 night buses to operate on six new routes in Kathmandu Valley
Summary
Kathmandu Valley’s local bodies will begin operating 28 night buses on six expanded routes from September 19 to improve late-hour public transport. The service will be run through financial partnership among municipalities, with fares capped at Rs. 80 for interconnected travel across the Valley.
Key Points
- Kathmandu Valley local bodies have decided to operate 28 night buses on six extended routes starting September 19.
- The service will be coordinated by KMC, Lalitpur, Chandragiri and Budhanilkantha with Sajha Yatayat, and expanded to cover north-south and east-west parts of the Valley.
- Passengers will be able to transfer at one point to reach different areas, with a maximum fare of Rs. 80.
- Municipal leaders agreed to continue the service through financial partnership and asked the government to amend transport laws to support night route permits.
