Kathmandu, Sept. 23 -- On August 25, a day before Teej celebrated as 'Dar Khane Din' or feasting day, Shristi Thapa Magar (named changed) left her scooter for servicing in Teku. Magar, who works at a handicraft store in Pulchowk, had left work late in the afternoon, bought sweets, and planned to reach the service centre by using a ride-hailing service.

"In the morning, when I left the scooter for servicing and took [the ride-hailing app] inDrive, it cost me Rs90. But that same evening, even when I offered a fare of Rs150, no rider accepted my request," shared Magar.

Magar even tried Pathao (another ride-hailing app), but despite showing riders nearby, she did not get one. "I was in a rush to get my scooter as the service centre was abou...