Dashain Exodus Intensifies as Over 207,000 Passengers Leave Kathmandu Valley
Summary
Over 207,000 passengers left Kathmandu Valley through the New Bus Park between October 3 and 11 as the annual Dashain exodus gathered pace. Transport operators are facing added pressure from road disruptions, including subsidence at Galaundi on the Prithvi Highway.
Key Points
- A total of 207,251 passengers departed from Kathmandu’s New Bus Park between October 3 and 11 for Dashain travel.
- The highest daily departure was recorded on October 9, when 31,235 passengers left the Valley.
- Transport operations have been disrupted by road subsidence at Galaundi in Dhading along the Prithvi Highway.
- The Federation of Nepalese National Transport Entrepreneurs has urged passengers to buy tickets in advance, pay official fares, and check vehicle conditions before traveling.
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