Cost of living rises across Nepal as inflation hits 4.47% in mid-April, urban areas hit harder
Summary
Nepal experiences a 4.47% inflation rate in mid-April 2026, with urban areas facing higher price increases than rural regions, driven by rises in cooking oil, fruits, and vegetables prices.
Key Points
- Nepal's inflation hit 4.47% in mid-April 2026, up from 3.39% the previous year.
- Urban areas experienced higher inflation at 4.74% compared to 3.71% in rural areas.
- Prices of cooking oil, fruits, and vegetables saw significant increases.
- Lumbini Province recorded the highest inflation at 5.15%, while Sudurpashchim had the lowest at 3.39%.
