Agricultural sector incurs loss over Rs one billion from Bhotekoshi flood, Rs 1.11 billion losses in livestock
Summary
Recent flash floods in the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river system caused major damage to agriculture, with paddy, vegetables and livestock losses estimated at more than Rs 2 billion. Nuwakot, Dhading and Rasuwa were among the hardest-hit districts.
Key Points
- The August 26 flash floods in the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river system caused major losses to crops, vegetables and livestock.
- The agricultural sector’s total crop damage is estimated at Rs 1.09 billion, including losses in paddy and vegetable production.
- Livestock and poultry losses are estimated at Rs 1.11 billion, with buffaloes, goats and cows accounting for most of the damage.
- Nuwakot, Dhading and Rasuwa were among the districts most affected by the disaster.
