Dozers Demolish Squatter Settlements in Kathmandu Amidst Controversy
Summary
Bulldozers have demolished squatter settlements along river banks in Kathmandu on orders of Prime Minister Balendra Shah, sparking controversy and displacement concerns among residents.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah ordered the demolition of squatter settlements along river banks in Kathmandu.
- Bulldozers operated in multiple locations including Balaju-Baspark, Shankhamul-Buddhanagar, and Bansighat areas from early morning.
- Residents expressed fear, displacement, and lack of alternative housing, with some lacking citizenship documentation.
- Political leaders who previously promised support are now absent, leaving squatters feeling abandoned.
