On paper, the river-rich Karnali province is perfect for hydropower. In reality, the disaster-prone and far-flung region struggles to turn on the lights.
Author: Chandani Kathayat
Chandani Kathayat is an associate reporter covering Birendranagar for Global Press. Her reporting is focused on human rights, health, and politics. Prior to joining Global Press, Chandani worked with Kantipur Daily; she studied journalism in university and has over seven years of reporting experience.
When workers do come to Karnali province, high in the Himalayas, they don’t stay long despite being offered hefty bonuses.