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202251 minPGdocumentary

Historical Events Poverty

The Iron Digger

202251 minPGdocumentary

After the closure of Jelbang's iron mine, 84-year-old Raj Bahadur Budha Magar and his family faced unemployment and loss, with some seeking work abroad.

Historical Events Poverty

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Anil Budha Magar

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After the closure of Jelbang's iron mine, 84-year-old Raj Bahadur Budha Magar and his family faced unemployment and loss, with some seeking work abroad.

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Anil Budha Magar

Anil Budha Magardirector

Bishnu Sanyashwriter

Anil Budha Magar

Anil Budha Magarwriter

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Raj Bahadur Budha Magar, an 84-year-old resident of Jelbang village in Rolpa district, reflects on his life as an iron miner. Once a bustling center for mountain iron, Jelbang's mines closed after the Nepal government halted operations. Many villagers, including Raj's family, faced unemployment. Some sought work abroad, while others lost their lives in the civil war. The film details the struggles of Jelbang's residents following the mine's closure and its lasting effects on their community.

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