Latest  Public Vehicle Fare (Latest Bus Fare) in Nepal from 2080 Shrawan 1: Automatic Fare Adjustment of Inter-Provincial Public Transport in Nepal

Fuel prices play a critical role in dictating the fares of public transport services. They form an important factor in the operational costs of these services, making them particularly susceptible to market fuel price changes. In line with this, the department has a scientific fare adjustment system in place. This system ensures that any significant change (increase or decrease by 5% or more) in the market price of fuel triggers an automatic adjustment of fares for inter-provincial public transport.

The Impact of Fuel Price Changes

As per the department's decision on the date 2078/12/17, the automatic fare adjustment system is activated whenever the fuel price fluctuates by 5% or more. On the date of 2080/02/03, the last adjustment was made when the diesel price was Rs 155/- per litre. However, as of 2080/04/01, the diesel price had fallen to Rs 144.83/- per litre, a reduction by Rs 10.17/-. This represented a 6.56% decrease in price from the last adjustment base price. Therefore, triggering a fare adjustment in accordance with the department's system.

Fare Adjustment for Different Public Transport Types

With this system in place, the fare rates for public transport operating across two or more provinces have been revised effective from 2080/04/01. This adjustment has been applied to various public transportation types and routes.

• Passenger Vehicles: The fare rate has been decreased by 2.13%. This reduction aims to pass on the benefits of lower fuel prices to the passengers, making inter-provincial travel more affordable.

• Cargo Vehicles on Mountain Roads: For cargo vehicles operating on challenging mountain roads, the fare rate has been reduced by 2.78%. This adjustment reflects the changing operational costs due to the fluctuating fuel prices.

• Cargo Vehicles on Terai Route: A greater decrease of 3.09% has been applied for cargo vehicles operating on the Terai route. This reduction is set to positively impact the logistics and transportation industry in these areas.

The updated fare-list for these public transport services operating on restructured inter-provincial routes has been published, keeping all stakeholders informed about these changes.

The automatic adjustment of transportation fares, while primarily based on fuel prices, is also an initiative to promote economic and affordable travel for both passengers and cargo transportation. It's a systematic approach towards ensuring the fare structure remains fair, transparent, and adaptive to the ever-changing market conditions.

Regulations Regarding the Implementation of Fare Rates

The Government of Nepal's Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport has outlined the following rules and regulations that must be adhered to by all operators, businessmen, drivers, assistants, and passengers associated with public transport. These provisions are to be implemented immediately for the benefit and convenience of the general public:

1. Compliance with the Public Transport Code of Conduct: The Public Transport Code of Conduct, 2067 must be strictly adhered to by all involved parties.

2. Deluxe Service Level Fare Adjustments: For deluxe level services such as buses, minibuses, microbuses, and jeeps that charge additional fares, these adjustments can only be made after level inspection is completed by the vehicle testing office, with verification in the vehicle registration book.

3. Concession for Special Categories: The system of providing fare concessions for students, the disabled, injured, and senior citizens of the people's movement remains in effect. Proof of eligibility, through the relevant identification card, is required to obtain these concessions. Schools and universities issuing student ID cards should do so based on their records.

4. Mandatory Passenger Ticket Issuance: Transport businessmen must issue passenger tickets at the start of the journey, clearly mentioning the fare amount and location.

5. Public Display of Certified Fare Rates: All public transport vehicles must publicly display their fare rates as certified by the department, for everyone to see.

6. Driver Requirement for Long-Distance Travel: Long-distance night buses must have at least two drivers.

7. Accident Minimization: Special attention must be paid to minimize accidents.

8. Driver Identity Cards: All drivers must visibly display their identity cards.

9. Clean and Competitive Service: Transport services should operate in a clean and competitive manner.

10. Fare Compliance: No operator should charge more than the specified rent, failure to comply will result in action taken by the federation.

11. Timely Vehicle Tax Payment: Vehicle tax must be paid on time.

12. Cargo Compliance: Cargo vehicles must transport cargo as specified.

13. Updated Fare Notification: Official notice boards should display updated fares for the public's knowledge.

14. Mandatory Ticket Issuance and Fair Pricing: All transport service operators and businessmen are required to issue passenger tickets and not to charge more than the mentioned fare.

15. Monthly Fare Rate Monitoring: Traffic police, organizations related to transport business, consumer interest organizations, and the Transport Management Department will monitor the fare rate at least once every month.

16. Consequences for Non-Compliance: Actions will be taken for non-compliance with regulations such as charging higher fares, not issuing tickets, not adhering to the public transport code of conduct, and not implementing the concession system properly.

17. COVID-19 Public Transport Operation Guidelines: During the COVID-19 outbreak, transportation services should operate in full compliance with the guidelines issued by the government in 2077.

18. Fare Implementation and Monitoring: All transport management offices, transport management committees, and traffic police are requested to implement and monitor the mentioned fares.

19. Online Access to Fare Information: The fixed fare will be posted on the department's website, www.dotm.gov.np. Documents such as the public transport code of conduct can be obtained by submitting an application to the department.

20. Public Awareness and Reporting: The public is requested to be alert and report any instances of overcharging, using the hotline number 4474767 or emailing [email protected], or by reaching out to the nearest district administration office or Traffic Management Department.

The Transport Management Department plans to appoint a team to update the fare and distance as per the development of the road structure and route kilometer. This team will study, adjust the fare as required, review the route and fare, and submit a report as soon as possible. Your cooperation in this matter is highly appreciated.

Contact Information Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport, Transport Management Department Min Bhavan Kathmandu.

Phone No. 01-4474767, 01-4474768, 01-4474921

Fax No. 01-4474922

Email: [email protected], [email protected]

Website: www.dotm.gov.np

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