According to Sarita Bhusal, General Secretary of the All Nepal Peasants’ Federation, this action comes after repeated and fruitless attempts to get the attention of the DDC and other relevant authorities. She stated that the farmers have been left with no other option but to resort to protest to press their demands. The core of the issue is a staggering amount of over NPR 3 billion in pending payments, a massive financial burden that has severely impacted the livelihoods of countless farming families.

The delay in payments is not just a financial inconvenience; it is a full-blown crisis for the farmers. They have voiced serious complaints that their ability to sustain their operations and provide for their families is being jeopardized. The economic instability caused by the lack of cash flow is a major threat to the entire dairy industry in the region, affecting not only producers but also the broader supply chain and market stability.

The General Secretary also raised strong objections to the use of police force to suppress what she described as a peaceful agitation. The scuffles between farmers and security personnel underscore the frustration and desperation of the dairy producers who feel their grievances are being ignored. The situation serves as a powerful case study in dairy economics and the critical importance of timely payments to maintain the health of the agricultural sector.