The Kathmandu Metropolitan City has launched a ‘Vehicle-Free Asan’ program from today to help preserve the originality of the historic urban settlement of Asan. Acting Mayor Sunita Dangol said the program will be implemented in areas from Kamala Chhi Chowk to Asan, from Bhotahiti Chowk to Asan, and from Mahabouddha to Asan. Vehicles will be prohibited in these areas every Saturday during the program. The metropolis said it has been continuously working to conserve, promote and protect tangible, intangible, natural and archival heritage within its geographical and administrative jurisdiction. The initiative is expected to help preserve Kathmandu’s cultural identity and ensure the continuation of traditional lifestyles, festivals and cultural practices from one generation to another.
