Thousands of EVs stranded at Korola
Summary
Thousands of Chinese electric vehicles booked during the festive season remain stranded at Korala border point and along the Beni–Jomsom–Korala road in Mustang after floods, landslides and mud damaged the route. Authorities say charging gaps and road conditions have slowed the movement of the cleared vehicles, though efforts are underway to clear them before Tihar.
Key Points
- A total of 3,122 EVs entered Nepal via the Korala border point but remain stranded in Mustang and along the road route.
- Floods, landslides and river erosion damaged the Beni–Jomsom–Korala road, leaving vehicles stuck in muddy sections and accidents.
- Officials say the lack of enough charging stations, especially outside Charang, has worsened the delay in moving customs-cleared EVs.
- Authorities and vehicle sellers are preparing to transport the stranded EVs out of Mustang before Tihar.
