Nepal’s Sajha Yatayat has successfully converted an old diesel bus into an electric bus, marking a major step toward sustainable public transportation. Although the conversion was completed over a year ago at a cost of around NPR 8 million, the bus has yet to operate on the roads due to the lack of clear legal provisions. The 14-year-old bus stands as a powerful example of innovation meeting regulatory challenges. However, with the government now promising legal reforms, there is renewed hope that such electric buses will soon be seen on Nepal’s streets. We visited the Sajha Yatayat premises and spoke with CEO Bhupendra Aryal to gather deeper insights into this initiative.