Nepal Chamber of Commerce Appeals for Market Stability Amidst Flood Crisis and Festive Season
Summary
The Nepal Chamber of Commerce has urged businesses and consumers to keep the market stable and avoid artificial shortages or price hikes after devastating floods disrupted transport and supplies. It called for cooperation between the government and private sector ahead of Dashain, Tihar and Chhath.
Key Points
- The Nepal Chamber of Commerce has appealed for an easy, organized and dignified market amid flood damage and the upcoming festive season.
- Chamber President Kamlesh Kumar Agrawal said the floods have disrupted transport, supply chains and trade through the Rasuwagadhi border.
- Businesses have been urged to act responsibly, use alternative routes, and avoid artificial scarcity or price hikes.
- Consumers were asked not to hoard goods, while the Chamber called for cooperation between the government and private sector.
