Kathmandu Metropolitan City Bans Plastic Flower Garlands During Tihar
Kathmandu Metropolitan City has prohibited the sale and distribution of plastic flowers, garlands and decorative items during Tihar.
Kathmandu Metropolitan City has imposed a ban on the sale and distribution of plastic flowers, garlands and decorative materials during the Tihar festival. In a notice issued on Tuesday, the metropolis urged business owners, traders and the general public not to sell or distribute such products.
The metropolis has warned that plastic flowers, garlands and decorative materials found being sold will be confiscated. The measure aims to promote natural flowers produced by Nepali farmers.
The city has designated 26 locations for the sale of natural flowers and garlands produced by local farmers. These locations include Baneshwor, Shankhamul, Chabahil, Tinkune, Sifal, Battisputali, Swayambhu, Kalimati, Kalanki, Naya Bazaar, Machhapokhari, Handigaun, Samakhusi, Maharajgunj, Gongabu, Chappal Karkhana, Baluwatar, Kamaladi, Putalisadak, Anamnagar, Tebahal, Sundhara, New Road, Lagankhel, Jaisidewal and Bhrikutimandap.
The metropolis has encouraged traders to sell flowers and garlands produced by Nepali farmers at the designated locations. It has also stated that the Metropolitan Police Force will be mobilised to manage and facilitate sales.