Kathmandu. KATHMANDU: The Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has carried out an on-site inspection of the damages to physical infrastructures of the private sector during the protest that took place on September 7 and 24.

A team led by FNCCI Chairman Chandra Prasad Dhakal inspected the damaged structures of Hotel Hilton, Kantipur Media Group, Golchha Group and Bhatbhateni Supermarket and entrepreneur Upendra Mahato.

On the occasion, FNCCI President Dhakal said that creating an environment where private investment could be safe was the priority of the government and it was the responsibility of the state to instill confidence among the investors.

Stating that encroachment on private property during the agitation was unfortunate, Dhakal urged the government, civil society and all stakeholders to maintain an environment of peace and security.

“The private sector has a huge contribution to the overall economic development and employment generation of the country. The latest developments have raised serious questions about occupational safety. A peaceful environment is essential for the protection of private sector’s assets and business stability,” he said.

Dhakal urged the government to take action against the culprits and provide appropriate compensation to the victims.

During the inspection, FNCCI immediate past president Shekhar Golchha, senior vice-president Anjan Shrestha, vice-presidents Sur Krishna Baidya, Hemraj Dhakal and Jyotsna Shrestha, treasurer Bharat Raj Acharya and other FNCCI members inquired about the development and damages from businessman Upendra Mahato, chairman of Kantiur Media Group Kailash Sirohiya, proprietor of Bhatbhateni Supermarket Min Bahadur Gurung and Hilton proprietors of the hotel.

The federation has said that it is always with the entrepreneurs in ensuring the safety of the entrepreneurs and creating business environment.