The Department of Transport Management has officially confirmed that advance ticket bookings for long and medium-distance public transport will start on October 9. This decision follows a meeting between department officials, the Federation of Nepalese National Transport Entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders.
Recent heavy rainfall and landslides have damaged several major highways across the country. Transport operators initially hesitated to open bookings due to these road conditions. However, the government has committed to repairing the affected routes to ensure travel remains possible.
Representatives from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Nepal Police, and consumer advocacy groups also attended the meeting. The initiative aims to help passengers travel safely and avoid difficulties while heading home for the Dashain festival.
Advance bookings will officially open on October 9.
How this developed
1 updateTraffic Police Assistance Desks Set Up for Dashain Travelers
Traffic police have established assistance desks at 14 locations in Kathmandu, including the New Bus Park, Kalanki, and Koteshwor, to help travelers during the Dashain festival. Online ticket booking is available for destinations like Pokhara, Chitwan, and Bhairahawa, but a formal decision on advance booking for long-distance travel is expected after a meeting on Monday. At least 1 million travelers are anticipated to leave Kathmandu for Dashain, amidst ongoing road repairs due to recent landslides.
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