In an attempt to foil the blockade announced by the Maoists, the government has announced various arrangements in order to maintain smooth operation of transportation service in the country.

According to the Ministry of Labour and Transport Management (MoLTM), the government will provide an additional 20 percent to the compensation paid by the insurance companies for damaged vehicles and also provide compensation to the non-insured vehicles, the state run The Rising Nepal daily reported.

As immediate relief assistance, a maximum of Rs. 50,000 will be provided to the vehicle owner immediately after inspecting the damages incurred.

Likewise, in case of death of the driver or helper of the damaged vehicles, the government will add a 100 percent to the insurance amount received by the individual concerned.

A 50 percent concession will be granted to owners of vehicles that are completely damaged and who want to import a new vehicle. The same route license will also be provided.

The aforementioned facilities will be provided to the vehicles that ply during the period and incur any damage during the next one year.

The MoLTM has asked the concerned transport entrepreneurs to operate transportation service as usual in the routes that they have taken permission for and also warned of legal action (suspend or annul route permit) against those obstructing the service.

The Maoists have announced a three-week long blockade in the valley and district headquarters from Tuesday.