Sunsari Faces Multi-Dimensional Challenges: From Road Accidents to Natural Disasters
Summary
Sunsari district faced numerous challenges last year including deadly road accidents primarily due to speeding and negligence, severe flooding and landslides damaging homes and crops, and ongoing criminal activities along border areas.
Key Points
- Sunsari experienced 1,504 road accidents in eight months of fiscal year 2082, resulting in 87 deaths and numerous injuries.
- Flooding and landslides caused by monsoon rain inundated over 1,000 houses and damaged large areas of arable land in Sunsari.
- Agricultural crops such as paddy and vegetables suffered massive damage due to continuous and unseasonal rains.
- Criminal activities including theft, drug trafficking, and violence around border areas posed security challenges throughout the year.
