Chitwan witnesses goat trade exceeding NPR 30 crore for Dashain

Traders in the Chitwan district report that goat commerce for the Bada Dashain festival has exceeded NPR 30 crore. Business owners stated that the onset of the festive season has driven up the commercial turnover of these animals as local demand increases across the region. During this particular festival, residents traditionally perform ritual sacrifices involving a variety of livestock. According to market participants, the offerings typically include goats, male goats, water buffaloes, pigs, and chickens, which contributes significantly to the seasonal economic activity in the district. The beginning of the celebration has coincided with a noticeable surge in the commercial meat trade throughout the local marketplace. Merchants point out that livestock transactions remain robust as families prepare for traditional rituals and feasts associated with the holiday.