100 electric vehicles imported via Korala checkpoint in one month

Nepal has seen a significant influx of electric vehicles (EVs) through the Korala checkpoint, with 100 units imported in the first month of the current fiscal year. This surge in EV imports highlights Nepal's growing adoption of electric mobility.

The Mustang Customs Office reported collecting 290 million Nepalese rupees (approximately $2.18 million USD) in revenue from these 100 electric vehicles, along with other goods processed through the checkpoint during the same period. Office Chief Bidur Chudal noted that the Korala checkpoint handles approximately 10 cargo containers daily, indicating consistent trade activity.

This recent figure builds upon a strong performance in the previous fiscal year. In the last fiscal year, Nepal imported a total of 3,000 electric vehicles via the Korala checkpoint. This volume generated a substantial 6.92 billion Nepalese rupees (approximately $51.8 million USD) in revenue for the government, underscoring the checkpoint's importance in facilitating EV trade and contributing to national revenue.

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around 10 cargo containers pass customs clearance via Korala check point every day.