Massive Sugarcane Fire in Siraha Destroys Crops, Causing Over NPR 11 Million in Losses
Summary
A massive fire in Siraha's Ghlatol area destroyed sugarcane crops across 30 bighas, causing losses exceeding NPR 11 million for local farmers.
Key Points
- A fire broke out in the sugarcane fields of Ghlatol, Lahan Municipality-13, Siraha, destroying crops across approximately 30 bighas.
- The fire caused estimated losses of around NPR 11.6 million for 25 local farmers, with total losses potentially reaching NPR 12.42 million based on crop yield and subsidy calculations.
- Local police and residents controlled the fire after about four hours, preventing its spread to nearby human settlements.
- The police suspect the fire might have been caused by discarded cigarette butts or set intentionally, and an investigation is underway.
