Storms and heavy rain devastate crops across western Nepal
Summary
Heavy rain and strong winds have devastated paddy, fruits and vegetables across western Nepal, with farmers in Kailali, Bardiya, Salyan and Dang reporting large losses. Local governments are assessing damage as farmers demand relief and crop insurance.
Key Points
- Heavy rain and strong winds over the past two weeks have damaged crops across western Nepal, especially paddy ready for harvest.
- Kailali, Bardiya, Salyan and Dang farmers report flooded fields, flattened crops and major financial losses.
- Local governments have started sending agricultural technicians and collecting damage assessments.
- Farmers say repeated inundation is worsening yearly losses and have called for relief and agricultural insurance.
