NADA Auto Dialogue 2025 – Redefining Mobility in Nepal

Kathmandu .The inaugural NADA Auto Dialogue 2025, held in Kathmandu, has set a new benchmark for Nepal’s automotive industry, sparking a transformative conversation around the theme, “Revolutionizing the Perception of Mobility in Nepal.” The event, graced by Honourable Finance Minister Bishnu Paudel as Chief Guest, brought together a distinguished panel of experts, including Keshav Kumar Sharma (Secretary, Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport), Prof. Dr. Shiva Raj Adhikari (Vice-Chairman, National Planning Commission), Ghan Shyam Upadhyaya (Secretary, Finance Ministry), and representatives from the Asian Development Bank, among others.

The Dialogue addressed critical aspects of Nepal’s automotive sector, from its historical evolution to a forward-looking vision for sustainable mobility. Key discussions included:

1. 50 Years of Progress & the Road Ahead
   The panel traced Nepal’s automotive journey from fuel-powered vehicles to the rise of electric mobility, spotlighting milestones and shifting consumer preferences. Concerns were raised about policy inconsistencies, such as sudden changes in loan-to-value (LTV) ratios, which threaten sectoral growth. Experts stressed the need for a consistent, long-term policy roadmap to ensure stability and prosperity.
2. Passenger, a Utility not just Luxury
   Reframing mobility as a necessity rather than a luxury, the Dialogue emphasized accessible transportation for Nepal’s middle and lower-income groups. Discussions explored the role of reliable policies in expanding infrastructure, promoting local production, and improving financing options to make vehicles more affordable and practical for all.
3. Sustainable Mobility for Economic Development
   Sustainability took center stage, with a focus on eco-friendly solutions like electric vehicles to drive economic growth. By boosting domestic green energy consumption and reducing reliance on imported fuels, Nepal can align mobility with environmental and economic goals. Recommendations included integrating sustainable mobility into national planning and fostering local manufacturing across the automotive value chain.
4. The Future of Mobility: Vision 2050
   The Dialogue envisioned a future of automated vehicles, smart mobility, and alternate energy solutions tailored to Nepal’s unique terrain. Electric vehicles were highlighted as key to cleaner air and lower emissions, but achieving this requires robust government policies to incentivize clean tech and ensure long-term commitment.

Why It Matters
The NADA Auto Dialogue marks a turning point in how Nepal perceives mobility. By challenging the outdated view of vehicles as luxury items, the event positions them as vital tools for connectivity, trade, and economic empowerment. Alternate energy vehicles, in particular, offer a cost-effective, eco-friendly path forward. The Dialogue also underscored the importance of stable policies, public-private partnerships, and fair financing to build a self-sustaining automotive ecosystem.

As global trends shift toward smarter, greener transportation, Nepal has a unique opportunity to lead regionally. With a strategic vision backed by consistent policies, the nation can reduce pollution, create jobs, and establish itself as a hub for green automotive innovation.

The NADA Auto Dialogue 2025 has laid the foundation for a mobility revolution in Nepal—one that promises inclusivity, sustainability, and progress for all.

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