Federalism fuels Janakpur’s demographic boom

The sub-metropolis’s population growth has nearly doubled the national average, according to a latest report.

Janakpur, the capital city of Madhesh Province, has emerged as a hub of attraction for people from nearby areas since Nepal transitioned to a federal system effectively from 2017. Known as a religious and touristic city, Janakpur has seen a surge in population as it developed into an administrative centre. Stakeholders say that the declaration of Janakpur as the provincial capital has drawn people to the city for business, employment, education, and other opportunities.