Araniko Transport Service Committee hiked bus fare in the name of establishing a revolving fund without the permission of the government as required by the law.[break]
The Committee operates bus service in Dolakha, Sindhupalchowk, Kavre and Ramechhap.
Committee member secretary Shyam Bahadur Lama said transporters will collect eight percent of the hiked fare from bus owners and the money will be deposited into Compensation Special Fund.
Meanwhile, Ticket Booking Committee of Araniko Yatayat has urged passengers to buy ticket in advance before traveling in the four districts. It has also revoked the student discount facility on bus fare.
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