Government Intensifies Drive to Clear Encroachments on Riverbanks in Kathmandu Valley
Summary
The government has escalated efforts to remove informal settlements on riverbanks and public land in Kathmandu Valley. Bulldozers cleared structures in Kapan to prevent monsoon flooding and restore natural river flow.
Key Points
- The government intensified the campaign to clear informal settlements on riverbanks and public land in Kathmandu Valley.
- Bulldozers were used to demolish structures in the Sattale area of Kapan under Budhanilkantha Municipality.
- The operation was conducted with a heavy security presence ensuring enforcement.
- The move aims to solve flooding problems during monsoon by restoring the natural flow of rivers in the area.
