More than 1.2 million landless remain without secure land or shelter in Nepal
Summary
More than 1.2 million landless people in Nepal remain without secure land or shelter despite constitutional guarantees, facing hardship exacerbated by recent evictions and a lack of effective government solutions.
Key Points
- Over 1.2 million landless people in Nepal remain without secure land or shelter despite constitutional protections.
- Recent nationwide evictions aimed at clearing public land have displaced thousands, worsening conditions especially ahead of the monsoon season.
- The Landless Issue Resolution Commission has registered millions of applications from landless individuals and informal settlers seeking legal recognition and land ownership.
- Government efforts to resolve landlessness are hampered by policy discontinuity, weak law enforcement, and political instability.
