Nepal set for intense monsoon. Boost for crops, peril for people

Monsoon rains are vital for Nepal’s Rs6.17 trillion economy, but timely fertiliser supply is key to boosting yields.

In 2025 Nepal is likely to witness above-normal monsoon rains for the second consecutive year, according to a regional consensus among South Asian meteorologists. This has sparked optimism over better crop yields and provided a much-needed lift for the country’s struggling economy.