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Uber Launches Ride-Hailing Service in Kathmandu, Nepal

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Global mobility platform Uber has officially commenced trial operations in Nepal's Kathmandu Valley, partnering with local entity TaxiMandu for on-the-ground management and driver onboarding. The service aims to disrupt the existing ride-hailing market by offering aggressive early discounts and a zero-commission model for drivers during its initial launch phase.

  • Uber is leveraging TaxiMandu's local expertise for operations, driver onboarding, and navigating Nepal's transport ecosystem.
  • The company has onboarded approximately 1,000 drivers for cars, taxis, and motorcycles.
  • Uber is offering initial ride discounts of NPR 30 and NPR 15 to passengers and plans a zero-commission model for drivers.
  • The service is positioned as a direct competitor to existing ride-hailing platforms like Pathao, inDrive, and Yango.
  • Uber's trial operations went live quietly on Wednesday, with a pre-launch phase set for June 1 and a full commercial rollout to follow.

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