Parliamentarians press govt over fertilizer crisis, road repairs, and cattle disease
Summary
Nepal's House of Representatives has urged the government to address critical issues including fertilizer shortages impacting farmers, cattle deaths from lumpy skin disease, and road deterioration caused by monsoon rains.
Key Points
- Parliamentarians highlighted the urgent need to supply fertilizers to farmers amid shortages during the paddy planting season.
- Concerns were raised about the increasing cattle deaths due to lumpy skin disease, demanding immediate action.
- Lawmakers called for the upgrading and repair of rural road networks affected by the monsoon rains.
- The reopening of Tatopani and Kerung border checkpoints was urged to prevent price hikes during the festive season.
