National Paddy Day (Asar 15) marks Nepal's paddy planting season, despite farmers' challenges due to limited resources and dependence on imports.

National Paddy Day, or Asar 15, is celebrated in Nepal today, marking the start of the paddy planting season. Despite government endorsement, challenges persist for Nepali farmers due to a lack of modern equipment, fertilizers, and irrigation, leading to dependence on imported paddy. Asar 15 is considered ideal for paddy cultivation during the rainy season and holds national importance for Nepal's agricultural sector.