Karnali's Industrial Development Lags Behind Other Provinces Due to Lack of Infrastructure and Investment

Karnali province lags significantly in industrial development due to a lack of infrastructure and investment, remaining dependent on grants. Madhav Chaulagain, former Minister of Forests and Environment, suggests economic progress can be achieved through industries based on Karnali's unique geography, natural resources, and cultural heritage, particularly fruit-based industries, high-value herbs, cement, and hydropower. He highlights the need for modernization, industrialization, and market-oriented industries, emphasizing that insufficient infrastructure and investment hinder the realization of these potentials.