DoTM bans large cargo vehicles on Narayanghat–Kathmandu road during Dashain
Summary
The Department of Transport Management has barred large cargo vehicles from the Narayanghat-Kathmandu road section for two weeks during Dashain, citing safety concerns amid heavy passenger traffic. Vehicles carrying essential goods such as food, medicines and fruits will still be allowed to operate.
Key Points
- Large cargo vehicles, including trailers, will be banned on the Narayanghat-Kathmandu road section from Ghatasthapana on October 11 through October 25.
- The Department of Transport Management took the decision after a stakeholders’ meeting, citing safety risks during the Dashain travel rush.
- Vehicles carrying food, medicines, fruits and other essential goods are exempt from the restriction.
- The DoTM has opened route permits nationwide for Dashain and public transport bookings will begin on October 9.
