Squatters begin relocating as government issues ultimatum for Bagmati riverbank clearance
Summary
Squatters along the Bagmati riverbank in Kathmandu are beginning to relocate as the government enforces an ultimatum to clear the settlement by 7 PM today, with bulldozers set to be deployed soon.
Key Points
- The government issued an ultimatum for squatter settlements along the Bagmati riverbank to be cleared by 7 PM today.
- Police made public announcements urging squatters to vacate the area by Friday evening.
- Most squatters have started relocating their belongings in response to the ultimatum.
- The government plans to deploy bulldozers in the Thapathali squatter settlement area on Saturday and Sunday.
