Around 1 million people expected to leave Kathmandu Valley for Dashain
Summary
Around 1 million people are expected to leave Kathmandu Valley by road for Dashain this year, with another 30,000 to 35,000 likely to travel by air. Authorities are deploying extra buses, flights, monitoring teams and passenger assistance desks to manage the holiday rush and curb overcharging.
Key Points
- Around 1 million people are expected to leave Kathmandu Valley by road for Dashain, while 30,000 to 35,000 are likely to fly out.
- The Department of Transport Management will allow long- and medium-distance passenger vehicles to operate nationwide from Ghatasthapana through October 27 and will track privately hired vehicles for the first time.
- Traffic police, transport officials and bus operators are setting up assistance desks and monitoring departure points to prevent overcharging, duplicate tickets and unsafe travel practices.
- Tribhuvan International Airport expects a sharp rise in domestic passengers and is preparing extra late-night flights to key destinations during the festival.
