Authorities Fail to Enforce Meat Price Caps Amidst Festival Demand
Summary
Authorities in Morang and Sunsari set maximum retail prices for goat meat ahead of Dashain, but traders in Biratnagar and other markets are already charging above the cap. Consumers say the weak enforcement has led to poor quality, overpricing, and fraud at the point of sale.
Key Points
- District offices in Sunsari and Morang issued notices capping goat meat prices ahead of the festival season.
- Traders in Biratnagar are allegedly ignoring the cap and charging up to Rs 1,400 per kilogram.
- Consumers complain about poor quality, excess fat and bones, and the refusal of shopkeepers to provide weighed meat.
- Koshi Province data show meat production is rising, suggesting the price surge is driven by market manipulation rather than shortage.
