Transport Federation Pledges No Fare Hike for Upcoming Festivals
Summary
The Nepal Transport Business National Federation has pledged not to raise public transport fares during the upcoming festivals if petroleum prices remain unchanged. Chairman Punya Prasad Sitaula said passenger safety, road maintenance and tighter ticketing controls are the main concerns for Dashain travel.
Key Points
- The Nepal Transport Business National Federation says it will keep public transport fares unchanged for the upcoming festivals unless fuel prices rise.
- Chairman Punya Prasad Sitaula told a House of Representatives Infrastructure Development Committee meeting that passenger safety and road conditions are the main challenges.
- He urged the government to curb middlemen, restrict freight vehicles for a period, and strengthen road maintenance during the festival rush.
- The federation said bus operators will follow government-set fares, use two drivers for long-distance vehicles, and sell tickets only through designated bus parks and counters.
