Karnali Region Lacks Industrial Development Despite Government Promises

Surkhet. Karnali is the only province known for not having a single large or medium-scale industry, factory so far. This region, which was neglected by Singha Durbar before federalism, has not been able to move forward on the path of progress even after so many years of federalism implementation.

Karnali has been cheated not only by the centralized mentality of the state but also in terms of private sector investment. The unemployed youth here are forced to sweat it out in India and Gulf countries for employment. If there was industrialization in Karnali, they would probably be earning a living by working hard in their own province. The establishment of industries could also increase economic activities within the province.