Biratnagar. In the first three months of the current fiscal year (2083/084), Nepal has imported approximately NPR 2.5 billion worth of dry fruits targeting Tihar (Deepawali), the second largest festival of Nepalis, and Chhath festival. Dry fruits are traditionally given as a token of affection by sisters to their brothers on Bhai Tika.
According to the Department of Customs, NPR 2.44 billion, 14 million, and 78 thousand were spent in the first three months of the current fiscal year solely for the import of walnuts, cashews, almonds, raisins, and coconuts, which are consumed in large quantities during festivals. The state has collected NPR 593.31 million in customs revenue from this.
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