Uber, the US-based global ride-hailing giant, has officially started operating in Nepal, marking its entry into the country’s competitive mobility sector. The company initiated trial services in the Kathmandu Valley last month and recently announced the formal commencement of its operations in Nepal through a launch event in Kathmandu.
Nepal becomes Uber’s 11th market in the Asia-Pacific region and its first venture into a new South Asian market in ten years, underlining the strategic significance of the region in Uber’s worldwide expansion strategy. With established ride-hailing players like Pathao, InDrive, and Yango in Nepal, Uber aims to leverage its global brand to gain a competitive edge in the market.
Dominic Taylor, Regional General Manager – Rides, APAC, Uber, highlighted the advantages Uber brings to Nepal as an international brand. He mentioned that Uber services would be accessible to international travelers arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport, facilitating their transportation to hotels and other destinations.
Uber’s entry into Nepal signifies a significant milestone in its growth journey, with the company expressing eagerness to contribute to Nepal’s evolving mobility landscape. The company’s services in Nepal currently include Uber Go and Uber Comfort for four-wheelers, along with Uber Bike for two-wheelers, offering riders convenient and reliable transportation options within the city.
Acting Deputy Chief of Mission at the US Embassy in Nepal, Chelan Bliss, praised Uber’s decision to launch in Nepal as a vote of confidence in the country’s progress and its people. She emphasized the role of US companies like Uber in expanding consumer choices, fostering innovation, and creating economic opportunities in Nepal’s digital transformation journey.
Uber’s services in Nepal extend across various categories, including four-wheelers and two-wheelers, providing riders with seamless transportation solutions. The company’s presence in Nepal adds to its global network spanning over 70 countries, offering riders a familiar app to navigate cities, countries, and now, destinations like Nepal.
Uber is currently partnering with fleet operators to deliver its services in Nepal, with plans underway to establish a local company in the country, as confirmed by Dominic Taylor.
