Authorities deploy bulldozers to clear squatter settlements in Thapathali

Summary

Authorities have deployed bulldozers and police forces to clear unauthorized squatter settlements in Thapathali and plan to clear Gairigaun settlements along the Bagmati River in Kathmandu.

Key Points
  • Bulldozers deployed to demolish unauthorized squatter settlements in Thapathali along the Bagmati River.
  • Police and armed forces are assisting in evacuating residents from the settlements.
  • Security has been tightened with deployment of Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, and Municipal Police.
  • Similar clearing operation planned for squatter settlements in Gairigaun after Thapathali.
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