Road disruption afflicts farmers in Rasuwa

Summary

Farmers in Amachhodingmo Rural Municipality of Rasuwa are struggling to sell cabbage and potatoes after road and bridge damage from the August 26 disaster cut off transport links. Local youths and representatives are working to build a makeshift wooden bridge at Syaphrubensi to restore mobility and trade.

Key Points
  • Farmers in Amachhodingmo Rural Municipality of Rasuwa are facing a market crisis after transport links were severed by the August 26 disaster and the Bhotekoshi flood.
  • Roads and several bridges were damaged, leaving cabbage and potato crops to wilt in the fields.
  • Local youths and people's representatives are trying to build a makeshift wooden bridge at Syaphrubensi to restore connectivity.
  • Ward officials and community members are जुटting support from intellectuals, social activists, and youths for the bridge initiative.
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