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Explainer: Why and how EVs catch fire

A fatal electric vehicle fire in Bharatpur has sparked national concerns in Nepal regarding the safety of EVs and the underlying causes of battery-related blazes. While experts emphasize that battery fires are rare and advocate for independent investigations, they also urge the government to implement stricter import standards and mandatory safety training to address regulatory gaps.

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