The government has begun preparations to adjust public transport fares following the recent increase in petroleum prices.
With fuel costs rising, the Department of Transport Management has initiated the process of reviewing fares for public transportation and freight services. According to the department, internal discussions are underway to reassess the current fare structure.
Director Shreekant Yadav stated that fare adjustments cannot be made by the department alone and require approval from the ministry. However, due to the significant rise in fuel prices, the department has started internal preparations to increase public transport fares. He added that a conclusion on the matter is expected by Thursday.
Transport operators have also demanded a fare revision after the hike in fuel prices.
Effective from yesterday, Nepal Oil Corporation increased the price of petrol by Rs 15 per liter and diesel/kerosene by Rs 10 per liter each. Under the new pricing, petrol costs Rs 172 per liter and diesel/kerosene Rs 152 per liter in third-category regions, including Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Dipayal.
Similarly, in second-category areas such as Surkhet and Dang, petrol is priced at Rs 171 per liter and diesel at Rs 151 per liter. In first-category Terai districts, petrol is being sold at Rs 169.50 per liter and diesel at Rs 149.50 per liter.
