Armed Police Force starts free bus service inside Kathmandu valley

The Armed Police Force has introduced a complimentary bus service within the Kathmandu valley to ease public movement during the Dashain festival. According to the force, the initiative addresses the severe scarcity of public transport options typically observed during the holiday period, helping residents reach their destinations without difficulty. The service operates using two buses departing from the Armed Police Force headquarters in Halchowk along designated routes. One route covers Balaju, Gongabu Bus Park, Koteshwor, Satdobato and Balkhu, while the second route passes through Sitapaila, Kalanki, Balkhu, Koteshwor and Gongabu Bus Park to serve local passengers across various locations. According to Shailendra Thapa, the deputy spokesperson for the Armed Police Force, the free transportation runs daily from 8:00 am until 6:00 pm. The service is scheduled to remain operational for three days, maintaining an annual effort by the force to minimize travel hardships for commuters during the festive season.