Kathmandu, Jan. 23 -- Nepal Cycle Society and cycle enthusiasts have expressed concern over the non-implementation of the draft of Lalitpur Cycle Act 2076. If passed, it would be the first time the country would have a law for cyclists.

The society, which worked as a consultant in the law drafting process, had submitted the draft of the Act to the Lalitpur Metropolitan City over two weeks ago. But the city's law division has not taken any step to endorse the Act, said Ratna Shrestha, founder and president of the society.

"This Act was drafted for the safety of cyclists and to promote cycling in Nepal," said Shrestha. "Mayor Chiri Babu Maharjan and his deputy Gita Satyal are positive about endorsing the Act, but many ward chairpersons ar...