Public transport registration freeze exposes federal-provincial standoff (opens original article in a new tab)

A federal directive suspending new public transport vehicle registrations in Nepal has caused tension between federal and provincial authorities, with Bagmati Province continuing registrations despite the order. Transport operators criticize the move as unjustified and harmful to businesses.

• Federal government suspends new public transport vehicle registrations to address pollution, fuel costs, and congestion.
• Bagmati Province continues registrations, defying the federal directive, while other provinces comply.
• Transport operators and associations argue the suspension is unjustified and causes financial losses for businesses.