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CCTV and GPS coming to vehicles: transport department seeks installation firms

KATHMANDU: The Department of Transport Management has invited applications from service providers interested in installing modern technological equipment in vehicles to improve safety and make transport services more technology-friendly. The department issued a notice on October 28, 2026, calling on…
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Nepal adds 23 new inter-provincial public transport routes

KATHMANDU: The Department of Transport Management (DoTM) has approved 23 additional inter-provincial routes, increasing the total number of approved routes from 280 to 303. The decision was made at a department meeting on October 12. The department has instructed vehicle…
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NAIMA seeks registration deadline extension for vehicles affected by floods

KATHMANDU: The Nepal Automobile Importers and Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) has requested the Department of Transport Management (DoTM) to extend the vehicle registration deadline for businesses affected by recent floods and landslides. Under the existing provision, vehicles must be registered at…
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Department tightens route permit rules for public vehicles

KATHMANDU: The Department of Transport Management (DoTM) has tightened rules for route permits and the operation of public vehicles. The department issued an eight-point directive to the transport-related ministries of all seven provinces on Wednesday. It has instructed authorities to…
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Driving license home delivery service to commence at a fee of Rs 40

KATHMANDU: Driving licenses will soon be delivered to applicants’ homes for a fee of Rs 40. The Department of Transport Management (DoTM), Department of Postal Services and Security Printing Center have signed a tripartite agreement to start the service. The…