The Price of Spice: Nepal’s Chilli Imports Top Rs. 2 Billion

Unknown Apr 02, 2026 700 Views

Nepal, despite its strong agricultural roots, is spending more than Rs. 2 billion annually to import chillies, according to the latest data from the Department of Customs. This surprising figure highlights the country’s growing dependence on foreign chillies, even as over 65% of its people...