Water Mills Decline in Lamjung Due to Modern Technology

Lamjung. In the past, the life of the village was connected with the tinkling sound of water. The water of the river was brought to the mill through a channel, and with the power of that water, stones were turned to grind grain for every household. When modern mills and electricity were not available in the village, water mills were not just a means of grinding grain, but also an important basis for the self-sufficient life of the village.

The water mills used for grinding grains like maize, millet, wheat, barley, and paddy were connected to the daily life, labor, and ancestral skills of the villagers. In return for grinding grain, a custom of giving some grain instead of money was prevalent. But now times have changed. As electricity, roads, and modern technology have become more accessible in the villages, the use of water mills has gradually decreased.