Nationwide drive launched to clear encroached public land
Summary
The government has launched a nationwide campaign to remove illegal structures on public lands including riverbanks in Kathmandu Valley and other regions, focusing on risk-prone areas and facilitating resettlement for displaced families.
Key Points
- The government initiated a nationwide drive to clear illegal encroachments on public land, starting with high-risk areas in Kathmandu Valley.
- Demolitions took place in multiple locations including Thapathali, Sinamangal–Gairigaun, Shantinagar, Bhaktapur, Butwal, Nuwakot, and Parsa.
- The campaign includes clearing structures along road corridors and canals to facilitate infrastructure projects and protect public land.
- Concerns about rehabilitation of displaced families were raised, with temporary accommodations provided and calls for sustainable resettlement solutions.
