Nepal, April 10 -- The demand for public transport in the Valley has rocketed along with urban expansion, but because for decades we have not had a government entity dedicated to public transport, the economy, public health, as well as the mental peace of the citizenry itself, have been affected.

I take this opportunity to thank all who helped establish Sajha Yatayat more than six decades ago and those who helped revive it when it was taken into liquidation. From Founding Chairman Bishwa Bandhu Thapa to the employees as well as the 'Friends of Sajha' group who helped in the revival, thank you. Likewise, I mention those politicians and bureaucrats who helped de-politicise SajhaYatayat and helped it evolve as a cooperative company, as well...