Over 207,000 passengers leave Kathmandu's New Bus Park for Dashain
Summary
More than 207,000 passengers left Kathmandu's New Bus Park between October 3 and 11 for Dashain celebrations. Transport operators are facing additional pressure as road subsidence at Galaundi in Dhading disrupted traffic along the Prithvi Highway.
Key Points
- 207,251 passengers departed from Kathmandu's New Bus Park in the nine days from October 3 to 11.
- October 9 saw the highest single-day exodus, with 31,235 passengers leaving the Valley.
- Transport operators say road subsidence at Galaundi in Dhading along the Prithvi Highway has complicated bus operations.
- The Federation of Nepalese National Transport Entrepreneurs has urged travelers to buy tickets in advance and follow prescribed fares.
