President Ramchandra Paudel inaugurated the 17th International Industrial Trade Fair and Cottage Industry Festival in Kathmandu

President Ramchandra Paudel inaugurated the 17th International Industrial Trade Fair and Cottage Industry Festival, 2081 in Kathmandu.

Inaugurating the 17th International Industrial Trade Fair and Cottage Industry Festival, 2081 BS here today, the Head of the State wanted the government to be responsible for promoting the cottage and small industries.

Small industries are the foundation of the nation’s economy, according to the President who said,” Cottage and small industries have contributed to poverty alleviation, job creation, and economic sustainability.”

He was of the opinion that the government and entrepreneurs should work hand in hand to promote such businesses by addressing issues of capital, availability of raw materials and skilled resources, competitive proficiency, marketing, and so on.