Six people, including a child, have died in separate road accidents across Siraha, Bara, Dhanusha, Nawalparasi East, Gorkha, and Kaski districts, the Nepal Police Central News Room, the information and communication branch of Nepal’s national police force, announced.
The Nepal Police has not yet released detailed information regarding the identities of the deceased, the exact time and causes of the accidents, or the types and conditions of the vehicles involved.
Background
- Road accidents in Nepal are primarily attributed to poor road conditions, driver negligence, speeding, overtaking, driving under the influence of alcohol, old vehicles, and a lack of adherence to traffic rules.
- Only about 2 percent of Nepal's total roads have undergone road safety audits.
- Despite provisions in the Vehicle and Transport Management Act 2049 (BS) requiring vehicles to be tested before operation and re-tested after a certain period, these regulations are not consistently enforced.
During the Dashain festival period, up to Kartik 8 (BS), Nepal recorded 1,339 road accidents nationwide, resulting in 124 deaths and 2,988 injuries. Koshi Province experienced the highest number of accidents with 397, while Madhesh Province had the fewest with 80.
As of October 30, 2026, a total of 4,067 people have died in road accidents in 2026, averaging 13 deaths per day. However, data from the Traffic Police Directorate indicates an average of six daily road accident fatalities in Nepal.
Deputy Inspector General Bhim Prasad Dhakal, the central police spokesperson for the Nepal Police, expressed hope that accidents could be reduced if all stakeholders fulfill their responsibilities with integrity.
What happens next
The Nepal Police is implementing special plans to reduce road accidents during the upcoming festivals of Deepawali, Nepal Sambat, and Chhath. The police are identifying potential accident blackspots, conducting regular and emergency checks, and working to make road usage safer and more organized.
