Proposed closure of 751 carpet factories affiliated to Central Carpet Industries Association (CCIA) from next week by their owners is expected to affect around 300,000 workers.
Owners criticized the labour union for manhandling Hari Krishna Thakuri, proprietor of the Mahabuddha Carpet Industry in Kathmandu, who is in Model Hospital still recovering after his arm was broken.
Owners have decided to launch an agitation and close down all units from next week.