Local Mart Expands Reach Through Social Media
Summary
Thapa Local Mart in Myagdi has expanded from a local shop into a wider market by promoting indigenous products on TikTok and Facebook. Sales, income, and customer reach have grown, including demand from Nepalis living in the UK, USA, and Australia.
Key Points
- Thapa Local Mart in Myagdi now sells indigenous products beyond the local area by using TikTok and Facebook.
- Operator Kamala Baniyan Thapa says social media has increased customers, sales, and income significantly.
- Products are now ordered from Nepalis abroad and delivered to cities across Nepal through courier services.
- Thapa plans to further expand the business to other parts of Nepal and continue promoting local producers.
