Oxygen Shortage Hits Koshi Province Capital Biratnagar
Summary
An oxygen shortage has hit Biratnagar after technical problems shut down major local oxygen plants, forcing hospitals to reduce new admissions and source cylinders from other districts. District officials and industry operators have agreed on emergency steps to restore supply for patients.
Key Points
- Major hospitals in Biratnagar are facing an oxygen shortage after local production stopped due to technical problems and power issues.
- Hospitals in Morang have begun sourcing cylinders from Itahari, Birtamod and Janakpur, while some have stopped admitting new patients.
- An emergency meeting at the Morang District Administration Office decided to repair closed plants, prioritize hospital supply and ensure regular power for oxygen production.
- Baba Oxygen and Vinayak Oxygen are among the plants affected by machinery breakdowns, sharply reducing overall output.
