Storm damages bananas worth over 40 million in Chitwan
Summary
A storm on March 16 caused over Rs 40 million in damage to banana crops across several municipalities in Chitwan, affecting around 700 commercial farmers.
Key Points
- A powerful storm struck Chitwan on March 16, damaging banana crops worth over Rs 40 million.
- Assessments covered 20 affected banana farms across multiple municipalities in Chitwan.
- Damage to banana farms is estimated at around 43.35 percent on average, with some farms losing up to 88 percent of crops.
- Farmers have filed insurance claims worth Rs 40 million but face delays in compensation distribution and some lack insurance coverage.
