Nepal announces two-day weekends as fuel crisis caused by Iran war deepens
- Posted on April 5, 2026
- By Al Jazeera
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In brief
Nepal implements a historic shift in labor policy, extending its weekend from a single Saturday to a full two-day break in response to an escalating energy crisis. The Himalayan nation, heavily dependent on Indian fuel imports, faces mounting supply constraints linked to broader geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. This decision reflects growing economic pressures and aims to reduce fuel consumption during peak crisis periods while providing workers with essential rest days.
Nepal announces two-day weekends as fuel crisis caused by Iran war deepens
Saturday had been the only day off in Himalayan nation, which relies almost entirely on India for its fuel supplies.
