Banana Cultivation Damaged by Storm in Jhapa's Barhadashi Rural Municipality

Summary

A severe storm in Jhapa's Barhadashi Rural Municipality has uprooted banana crops on about 60 bighas, causing an estimated economic loss of 30 million rupees.

Key Points
  • Severe storm and rainfall damaged banana cultivation in Barhadashi Rural Municipality of Jhapa.
  • Banana plants across approximately 60 bighas were uprooted and destroyed.
  • Estimated economic loss from the damage is around 30 million rupees.
  • A delegation including the Chief District Officer conducted on-site inspection to assess damage.
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