Federation of Commerce and Industry President Demands Special Relief Package for Flood-Affected Businesses
Summary
Federation of Commerce and Industry President Anjan Shrestha has demanded a special relief package for businesses damaged by the Bhote Koshi flood in Rasuwa, including tax exemptions and subsidized loans for five years. He urged the government to waive customs, excise, and transport-related charges and help revive destroyed industries and commercial vehicles.
Key Points
- Anjan Shrestha urged the government to provide a five-year special relief package for flood-hit businesses and industrialists.
- He called for exemptions from customs duty, excise duty, road construction fee, and other taxes on damaged commercial vehicles and imported machinery.
- He also demanded subsidized loans, interest subsidies, insurance premium exemptions, and grants for affected businessmen.
- Shrestha said flood victims need support to restore businesses and regain financial security after severe damage in Bhote Koshi, Rasuwa.
