Nepal, Oct. 3 -- The government is considering taking strict action against airline companies that charge passengers airfares exceeding approved rates by exploiting festivals, disasters, or other emergency situations.

The bill, drafted to amend and consolidate laws regarding the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal, also proposes a fine ranging from Rs 500,000 to Rs 1.5 million for airline operators who charge amounts higher than the approved fare rates.

The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation has forwarded the draft of the bill after receiving opinions from stakeholders. Under the proposed provision, operating flights while charging more than the airfare rates approved by the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal will be consider...