Vacant stares of children search for missing friends after settlement demolitions
Summary
Children in Kathmandu's demolished squatter settlements face uncertainty and loss, with disrupted education and scattered families seeking shelter and hope.
Key Points
- Bulldozer-driven demolitions rapidly destroyed long-standing homes in Kathmandu squatter settlements, displacing families and children.
- Children express confusion and fear over the demolitions, losing their homes, friends, and access to education.
- Displaced families live in precarious conditions, with shelters providing little protection from the elements and unstable living arrangements.
- Officials acknowledge limited support for displaced children, emphasizing the need for psychosocial counseling and restoration of schooling to mitigate mental health impacts.
