Residents of Kailali Camp Live Under Threat from Dry Trees Amid Legal Hurdles to Removal
Summary
Residents of Kailali's Tikapur Ekata Camp live in fear of falling dry trees amid legal hurdles preventing their removal, risking lives especially during storms. The Tikapur Multiple Campus struggles to clear dry trees due to legal restrictions, while local forest authorities highlight the risk across the district and recent laws empowering local governments to act.
Key Points
- Residents of Tikapur Ekata Camp in Kailali fear falling dry trees threatening lives and properties.
- Many dry Sal and Saaj trees stand on land under Tikapur Multiple Campus, deteriorating due to legal issues preventing their removal.
- Campus Chief Dhabindra Rawal cites legal complexities and government revenue rules hindering safe tree clearance.
- Forest officials note that strong summer storms increase risk of dry trees falling across settlements, with new laws enabling local governments to intervene.
