The Hetauda Cement Industry has suspended operations after facing a severe shortage of raw materials. Despite a daily production capacity of 16,000 bags, the factory has been unable to secure adequate coal and stone supplies. Contractors reportedly failed to deliver materials due to financial constraints. Currently, the plant is only processing 5,000 tons of previously produced clinker. The industry, established in 1977, is also struggling with unpaid wages for over 300 staff members, some of whom have not been paid for nearly 10 months.
