Kathmandu, Dec. 6 -- hailing is a common sight at least in Kathmandu but the guidelines introduced to regulate the services are still far from being implemented as officials blame the lack of government will.

In February last year, the government amended the Industrial Enterprises Act (2020) recognising ride-hailing business as service-oriented, and giving them a legal status after seven years of operation in Nepal. However, the guidelines are not in effect.

The Supreme Court issued a directive in January to expedite ride-hailing legislation. Frequent changes in government and the recent Gen Z movement are blamed for the delayed formulation and implementation of ride-hailing guidelines.

Officials at the transport ministry say when the ...