MEA reacts to reports of Nepal’s new custom rule causing outrage at Indo-Nepal border

Nepali authorities have imposed customs duty on goods worth over NPR 100 brought from India, triggering protests among locals dependent on cross-border markets for daily essentials. The rule, which has significantly impacted daily life in the Terai region bordering India, mandates customs clearance for goods valued above 100 rupees. Residents are expressing anger over the checks, affecting those who routinely cross the border for basic purchases, including food items and household goods.