EVs and Cargo Containers Enter Nepal as Rasuwagadhi Reopens

Imports from China have resumed through the Rasuwagadhi customs following the reopening of the border crossing.

According to the Border Security Post, Rasuwagadhi, 18 electric microbuses entered Nepal from China on Saturday, January 3.

On the same day, 39 cargo containers carrying apples, ready-made garments, garlic, vehicle spare parts, walnuts, batteries, and medical supplies also crossed into Nepal.

Customs Office Spokesperson Thakur Gautam said a total of 96 containers had entered Nepal by Saturday since the checkpoint resumed operations on Thursday, January 1.

He added the inspection and clearance of ready-made goods will begin from Sunday. Perishable items such as apples and walnuts are prioritised for customs clearance.

According to the Rasuwagadhi Customs Office, it collected Rs 6.49 million in revenue in the three days after the checkpoint resumed regular operations.

The border crossing had remained closed since July 8, 2025, after floods in the Lhende River, an upstream tributary of Bhotekoshi in Rasuwa, washed away the Miteri Bridge linking Nepal and China. The Chinese side installed a bailey bridge, allowing customs operations to resume.

(With inputs from RSS)

This news has been updated to correct the revenue collection figure after the resumption of regular operations.