July 22: The government has decided to allow operation of long-route vehicles from August 17.

Government  spokesperson Dr Yuba Raj Khatiwada made the announcement on Tuesday following a cabinet meeting on Monday.

Meanwhile, the odd-even number system on vehicles has been lifted from Tuesday. All kinds of vehicles can now operate without any hindrance.

The cabinet meeting has also ended the two shifts of work in government offices.

Minister Khatiwada, who holds the portfolio of finance and communication ministries, informed that the government will facilitate in normalizing the situation in the coming days.