Government Clarifies Policy on Squatter Land Eviction and Resettlement
Summary
The government clarifies its policy on vacating encroached public land only after identifying genuine squatters and ensuring safe, dignified resettlement, with measures focusing on flood-prone settlements along the Bagmati River.
Key Points
- Government adopts policy to vacate encroached public land only after identifying genuine squatters and ensuring their safe management.
- A special campaign targets settlements at high risk of floods near the Bagmati River ahead of monsoon season.
- Minister Sunil Lamsal emphasizes human safety and clear frameworks before any vacating of settlements.
- Ministry of Home Affairs directs local levels to prepare identification and management plans, ensuring security only as needed.
