Kathmandu Traffic Police to Make Fire Extinguishers Mandatory for Public Vehicles
Summary
Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police are preparing to make fire extinguishers mandatory in public vehicles as part of stricter safety checks and route-permit enforcement. Vehicles without the required documents or safety equipment will face action under the new monitoring drive.
Key Points
- The Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office is planning to require fire extinguishers in all public vehicles, along with route permits and other safety standards.
- Officials say vehicles without necessary documents, operating outside designated routes, or lacking usable fire extinguishers will be subject to action.
- The police say the tighter monitoring is aimed at improving passenger safety and reducing fire and accident risks, especially during periods of heavy traffic.
- Public vehicle owners and operators have been urged to comply with existing laws and regularly inspect and maintain their vehicles.
