Electric Car Catches Fire in Bharatpur, Driver Dies
Summary
An electric GAC Aion car caught fire while moving in Bharatpur, Chitwan, killing driver Amar Parajuli. The incident has raised fresh concerns in Nepal over EV safety, automated features and the need for technical investigations into battery-related fires.
Key Points
- An electric GAC Aion car burst into flames on the service lane of the East-West Highway in Bharatpur Metropolitan City-9, Chitwan, killing the driver.
- The driver, 56-year-old Amar Parajuli, was trapped inside the moving vehicle and died despite attempts by locals and firefighters to stop the blaze.
- Authorities say an investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the fire, while experts have highlighted risks linked to EV batteries and automated systems.
- The article says Nepal lacks a scientific national database for EV fire incidents and urges impartial technical investigations after each case.
