Nine Local Levels join hands to operate Night Bus Service in KTM Valley
Summary
Nine local levels in Kathmandu Valley have launched a night passenger bus service with Sajha Yatayat, expanding a trial service into 30 buses across six routes. The participating municipalities have agreed to share operating deficits and support infrastructure such as digital bus stops and charging stations.
Key Points
- Nine local levels in Kathmandu Valley signed an MoU with Sajha Yatayat to expand night bus operations for residents and tourists.
- The expanded service will run 30 buses on six routes, including Ring Road loops, Kirtipur-Jamal, and routes linking Thamel, Godawari, and the airport.
- The municipalities agreed to share any operating deficit, with Kathmandu and Lalitpur metropolitan cities contributing larger shares based on population.
- The agreement also covers digital signage, bus stops, and charging-station infrastructure at terminal points.
