Freakonomics: Establishing Nepal as a Global Psychedelic Trance Hub (Part Two)

As Nepal prepares to bask in the vibrant festivities of Tihar, Newari New Year and Chhath, a stark reality looms, casting a shadow over the joyous occasion. In a nation profoundly rich with natural and cultural heritage, we find ourselves increasingly ensnared by the harsh grip of extreme poverty. Such poverty is glaringly evident in the compulsion of large numbers of Nepali youths to go abroad just for the sake of employment. Even more concerning is that, as artificial intelligence threatens jobs both in Nepal and abroad, countless Nepalese will soon find their livelihoods at risk. Political parties tend to make big promises for socio-economic transformation,…