Nepal: Two killed in road accident near Pokhara March 4

Event

Two people were killed on the night of Sunday, March 4, after their motorcycle collided with a bus on the Prithvi Highway near Pokhara. The accident took place near the Bijaypur River.

Context

Road conditions are generally poor In Nepal and fatal road accidents are common. Buses are often overcrowded and poorly maintained. Furthermore, driving standards are poorly regulated, with many drivers not properly licensed, trained, or insured.

Advice

Individuals present in Nepal are advised to avoid traveling on overnight or overcrowded buses. Note that foreign visitors must have an international driving license to operate a vehicle in Nepal, which should be carried at all times along with vehicle registration documents.