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NADA Auto Show 2026 opens in Kathmandu

From Kathmandu Post · () English

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  • The 18th NADA Auto Show 2026 has opened in Kathmandu, featuring over 150 brands and 200 stalls related to the automobile industry.
  • The six-day event, themed “From Industry to Employment,” showcases vehicles, components, and financial services from major brands like Hyundai, Tata, and Royal Enfield.
  • Discussions on automobile policy, investment, and employment in the sector are scheduled throughout the show, which runs until August 30.

Kathmandu is hosting the 18th edition of the NADA Auto Show 2026, a significant event for Nepal's automotive sector. Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav inaugurated the six-day exhibition at Bhrikutimandap, signaling its importance to the nation's economic landscape.

The show boasts an impressive scale, with over 150 brands represented across more than 200 stalls. Attendees can explore a wide array of vehicles, auto components, financial services, and other products integral to the automobile industry. This year's theme, “From Industry to Employment,” underscores the event's focus on how the automotive sector contributes to job creation and economic growth in Nepal.

Major automotive players are present, including prominent car manufacturers such as Hyundai, Tata, BYD, Deepal, Leapmotor, BAIC, Hongqi, Avatr, Aion, Changan, Chery, and Geely, all displaying their latest models. The motorcycle segment is also well-represented, with brands like Royal Enfield, Yamaha, and Honda showcasing their offerings.

Beyond vehicle displays, the exhibition features companies specializing in auto components, tires, lubricants, spare parts, and accessories, providing a comprehensive overview of the industry. The event, running through August 30, will also host discussions on critical topics. These include automobile policy, investment opportunities, auto insurance, road infrastructure development, government policies, the increasing influx of new vehicles, and the broader employment landscape within the automotive sector.

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