The 27th Flora Expo, organized to promote the floriculture sector, has recorded a total कारोबार of Rs 1 crore 22 lakh 60 thousand during the event. According to the Floriculture Association Nepal, the exhibition, held at Bhrikutimandap from Chaitra 5, 2082 B.S., was visited by a total of 60,700 people by Sunday, when the event concluded.
On the first day, the expo attracted 9,500 visitors and generated कारोबार worth Rs 21 lakh 50 thousand. The second day saw 17,500 visitors with कारोबार of Rs 29 lakh 50 thousand. On the third day, 21,500 visitors attended the event, contributing to कारोबार of Rs 39 lakh 80 thousand. On the final day, Sunday, 12,200 visitors attended, generating Rs 31 lakh 80 thousand in कारोबार.
The expo, held under the theme “Floriculture for Clean Environment, Employment, and Economic Prosperity,” featured a total of 83 stalls, including 65 commercial stalls, 11 official stalls, 2 competition stalls, 2 food stalls, 1 landscape stall, 1 selfie stall, and 1 BYD EV car stall. Participating floriculture entrepreneurs showcased flowers and plants, which were also included in various competitive categories during the exhibition.
Currently, floriculture in Nepal spans 270 hectares across 52 districts, with investments exceeding Rs 8 arba 83 crore. The sector provides direct and indirect employment to more than 53,500 people.
In recent times, imports of flowers have declined significantly. According to customs data, imports of flowers and related products decreased by 54.27 percent to Rs 12 crore 70 lakh this year, compared to Rs 27 crore 79 lakh in the previous year. Meanwhile, exports have increased by 109.16 percent, reaching Rs 2 crore 13 lakh.
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