Use of Mules Growing for Transporting goods

Dhunche (Rasuwa), Dec 22: The use of mules for transporting goods has increased in the mountainous region of the district day by day.

            The mules used earlier from Syaphrubesi to Langtang to specially carry tourists' baggage can now be seen supplying goods to many places as Chandanbari, Gosaikunda, Briddim, Tatopani of Chilime, Thuman, Nakthali and Haku which are not linked to road, said mules supply entrepreneur, Devi Tamang.

            According to him, a mule can easily carry the load of 50 to 70/80 kg; and a single person can look after and take many mules to destination at a time.

            The entrepreneurs said more than 50 mules were used in the district due to the lack of porters. As many people have left homes for jobs, it is difficult to get porters, they added.

            According to them, the supply cost depends on distance, ranging from Rs 10 to 25. RSS