Kathmandu, April 24 -- After nearly nine years of unregulated growth, the government has, for the first time, formally defined ride-sharing and ride-hailing services in Nepal, signalling a major step toward bringing digital mobility platforms under a unified regulatory framework.

The proposed Digital Mobility Service Operation Standards, 2026, published by the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport for public consultation, lays out definitions, licensing procedures, fare ceilings, safety provisions and compliance mechanisms for operators.

According to the draft, ride-sharing refers to multiple passengers sharing a vehicle while travelling in the same direction to improve efficiency, reduce costs and minimise traffic congestio...