Sudurpashchim Province
Sudurpashchim Province is Nepal's far-western province comprising nine districts. It was recently highlighted in weather forecasts warning of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and snowfall across the region.
Summary
Sudurpashchim Province is one of Nepal's seven federal provinces, covering the far-western territory of the country. It borders India to the south and west, China's Tibet Autonomous Region to the north, and Karnali and Lumbini provinces to the east.
Recent activity
Weather authorities issued forecasts warning of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and snowfall across the province.
Participated in national task force consultations held across all seven provinces to revise the school curriculum framework.
Context
Sudurpashchim Province (formerly Province No. 7) comprises nine districts across the Terai, hills, and Himalayan regions: Kailali, Kanchanpur, Dadeldhura, Baitadi, Darchula, Bajhang, Bajura, Achham, and Doti. Godawari serves as its designated provincial capital, with Dhangadhi acting as its primary commercial and administrative hub.
- capital
- Godawari
- country
- Nepal
- districts count
- 9
- type
- Province
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