Former PM Bhattarai Expresses Hope and Fear Over Squatter Resettlement
Summary
Former Prime Minister Dr. Baburam Bhattarai expressed mixed feelings of hope and fear after observing squatter settlements and resettlement efforts in Kathmandu and Bhaktapur, urging the government to prioritize resettlement before demolition.
Key Points
- Former PM Dr. Baburam Bhattarai visited squatter settlements and resettlement apartments in Kathmandu and Bhaktapur.
- He observed fear and suspicion among squatters following government actions including demolitions.
- Bhattarai stressed that resettlement should be prioritized before using bulldozers to demolish settlements.
- The former PM criticized the lack of clarity from the government regarding demolition and resettlement policies.
