Authorities Demolish Illegal Structures at Waterfront Resort in Pokhara
Summary
Bulldozers demolished parts of the Waterfront Resort in Pokhara due to illegal construction on public land within Phewa Lake's restricted zone, following a Supreme Court order.
Key Points
- The Supreme Court ruled that the Waterfront Resort in Pokhara encroached on public land and lacked proper building permits.
- The resort's structures fall within the 65-meter restricted zone of Phewa Lake as per the court's findings.
- The court invalidated land registration records related to plots 173, 304, and 305 as they violate the Land Revenue Act.
- Demolition of the resort's swimming pool area has commenced following the court's mandate for environmental conservation.
