Crop-raiding monkeys are leaving hill farmers nothing to live on
Summary
Monkey attacks across Nepal's mid-hills are devastating crops, forcing farmers to abandon agriculture and migrate, while local governments struggle to manage the crisis with limited success.
Key Points
- Monkey attacks on crops have become a severe crisis across Nepal’s mid-hills, leading to significant crop destruction and farmer distress.
- The monkey menace has caused migration from rural areas as residents abandon farming due to relentless wildlife attacks.
- Local governments and communities have tried various measures such as guards, patrols, and tree cutting, but these efforts have been largely ineffective.
- The issue has gained political attention, with MPs raising it in Parliament, yet a long-term effective solution remains elusive.
