Finally, the Prime Minister Jigmi Y Thinley’s government has decided to ban public and private motors on every Tuesday to celebrate the day as Pedestrians’ Day across the country.
The Prime Minister issued an executive order on June 1 to observe the Pedestrians’ Day from June 5 onwards.
Except service vehicles like ambulance, fire brigades, and vehicles of security forces will be allowed on Tuesdays, according to the order.
Furthermore, public buses and taxis will be plying once a month based on odd and even number plates. Bicycles are always allowed, the order mentioned.
The Ministry of Agriculture had proposed this plan some four years ago with an aim of promoting “no vehicle day” at least once a week.
A number of organizations have already assured the Prime Minister of their supports in implementing the move.
