Minister Chaudhary visits various districts to hear agricultural concern
Summary
Agriculture Minister Gita Chaudhary visited districts in Rupandehi, Kapilvastu and Nawalparasi to hear farmers’ concerns over fertilizers, irrigation, crop damage, market access and delayed insurance payments. Farmers also raised problems with banana marketing and fair prices for their produce.
Key Points
- Minister for Agriculture, Forest and Environment Gita Chaudhary visited Rupandehi, Kapilvastu and Nawalparasi to review agricultural problems and meet local farmers.
- She inspected agricultural facilities and projects including collection centres, banana plantations and a lift irrigation association in several rural municipalities.
- Farmers complained about crop damage from recent windstorms, poor market prices, banana marketing difficulties and delays in insurance payouts.
- Chaudhary pledged support and called for cooperation among the government, local bodies, farmers and other stakeholders.
