Disaster, inflation and a subdued Dashain
Summary
Floods and landslides have left many Nepali families homeless and struggling to afford Dashain as food prices rise and supply routes are disrupted. The government has stepped up market inspections and subsidized sales, but the article says deeper relief, fair pricing, and stronger infrastructure are still urgently needed.
Key Points
- Floods and landslides in Rasuwa, the Kaligandaki Corridor, and Budhigandaki have destroyed homes, damaged infrastructure, and disrupted livelihoods and trade routes.
- Rising prices of basic food items and higher transport costs are making Dashain unaffordable for many families, especially those displaced by the disasters.
- The government has deployed market inspection teams, mobilized extra staff, allowed alternative cooking gas suppliers, and expanded subsidized commodity sales.
- The article calls for stronger supply chains, transparent enforcement against profiteering, and long-term investment in roads, bridges, and emergency stockpiles.
