35 Bighas of Land Acquired for Manipal Engineering College in Mahottari Remain Abandoned After 32 Years
Summary
35 bighas of land in Mahottari, acquired 32 years ago for Manipal Engineering College, remain unused and abandoned despite promises made to local farmers.
Key Points
- 35 bighas of land in Jaleshwar, Mahottari, acquired over 32 years ago for Manipal Engineering College, remains unused and abandoned.
- Local farmers sold land at a low price under promises of free education and employment for their children from the proposed college.
- No progress has been made toward constructing or operating Manipal Engineering College despite the agreement between Manipal Education Group and the Nepal government.
- Farmers have threatened to break fences and resume farming if the college is not built soon.
