Nepal, Aug. 21 -- A revolution is unfolding across Nepal, this time through Electric Vehicles (EVs) in the automobile sector. In recent years, new EV models have taken the centre stage in Kathmandu's auto shows. Using EVs has become a new trend in the country. When I see Nepalis using electric-powered buses, vans and three-wheelers in rural villages and cities outside Kathmandu, I feel the absorption is now at a new level.

For Nepal, using EVs is not just about growth in its green energy. It has a broader meaning about leading the issue by setting an example on the world stage. Then it comes to its journey towards energy autonomy, which boosts its political confidence in the region.

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