The Gandaki Province government has officially legalized ride-sharing services, allowing private two-wheelers and four-wheelers to operate under this model by meeting certain conditions, including passenger insurance.

Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transportation Prakash Bahadur KC said the provincial cabinet approved the Vehicle and Transportation Management Regulation, 2080 BS during its meeting on Tuesday, thereby formally recognizing ride-sharing services in the province. He added that the regulation would come into effect soon.

“The new regulation was prepared after extensive consultations with stakeholders. It not only legalizes ride-sharing but also establishes a framework to regulate it,” said Minister KC. He emphasized that the provincial government has the authority to manage transportation services, and the new legal provision reflects that jurisdiction.

Earlier, the Supreme Court had ruled that ride-sharing services could operate legally, considering consumer rights and the labor and employment rights of service providers.

Currently, several ride-sharing platforms—including InDrive, Sajilo, Taximandu, and Pathao—are operating in Nepal. -- RSS