Why does Kathmandu's public transport need a complete revamp? - A Perspective from Mass Rapid Transit Promoting Efficient Urban Mobility.
Out of a total, 1.75 million registered vehicles in Kathmandu Valley, only 3% of which are categorized as public transport which currently serves 28% of the total population relying on formal and informal public transit. A shift in the public transport landscape of Kathmandu is crucial, and the switch to Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) is essential to tackle the rising congestion, inefficiency, and pollution caused by the current system.
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Bhugol Khanal and Bidisha Kaphle
30/10/2024 7:07 AM
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