Koshi Province Faces Record Timber Production But Declining Sales
Summary
Koshi Province is facing a growing stockpile of unsold timber and firewood even as production hits record levels, cutting into provincial revenue. Officials blame high government pricing, legal hurdles, and weak market demand as wood alternatives gain ground in construction and furniture markets.
Key Points
- Koshi Province has 132,574.13 cubic feet of timber sitting unsold in depots, valued at about 114.5 million rupees.
- Forest revenue has fallen sharply despite rising production, with old stock and failed auctions blamed for the decline.
- Officials say government rates are too high and price reductions are legally cumbersome, slowing sales of timber and firewood.
- Demand is weakening as industries and consumers increasingly use alternatives such as aluminum, UPVC, plastic, and ceramics.
