Gulmi, Aug. 26 -- The steady exodus from Gulmi district continues, driven largely by foreign employment opportunities and the search for better facilities in urban centres. Despite improvements in road connectivity, education, drinking water and healthcare in villages, the migration trend shows no sign of slowing.

Adding to the push factors, frequent crop losses due to wild animals such as monkeys and wild boars have made traditional agriculture less viable.

According to data from the local municipalities, a total of 1,174 families-comprising 4,025 individuals-formally obtained migration certificates and left the district in the last fiscal year of 2024-25.

Officials say the actual number of migrants is far higher, since many relocate ...