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Local leaders raise concern over ageing, unsafe gewog utility vehicles

Oct 14, 2025 4 mins read
Local leaders raise concern over ageing, unsafe gewog utility vehicles

Local leaders across the country are raising concerns over the deteriorating condition of gewog utility vehicles (boleros), stating rising maintenance costs and growing safety risks.

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