Nepal's Urban Renewal Drive Displaces Thousands, Leaving Them in Limbo
Summary
Thousands of homeless families in Kathmandu have been displaced due to the government's urban renewal drive along the Bagmati and Manohara rivers, facing uncertainty about shelter, education, and employment as they are relocated to temporary accommodations.
Key Points
- Thousands of homeless families in Kathmandu have been displaced due to the city's urban renewal campaign along the Bagmati and Manohara rivers.
- The displaced individuals face severe challenges including loss of shelter, disruption in children's education, and loss of livelihoods.
- Kathmandu Metropolitan City plans to build parks and recreational areas on the cleared lands near the riverbanks, prohibiting permanent structures within 20 meters of the rivers.
- Temporary shelter and registration are underway for the homeless, with permanent resettlement efforts pending identification and certification by the Land Commission.
