Editorial | What follows the unplanned demolition?
Summary
The recent unplanned demolition of squatter settlements along Kathmandu's rivers has left thousands homeless, raising urgent concerns about human rights and the lack of proper resettlement plans.
Key Points
- Thousands of riverside squatters in Kathmandu Valley were rendered homeless due to unplanned demolitions by the Balendra Shah-led government.
- Temporary accommodations were provided but lack sustainability and long-term plans for permanent resettlement remain unclear.
- The eviction process bypassed due resettlement procedures, intensifying trauma for long-term squatters and their families.
- Despite constitutional rights, over 1.2 million Nepalis lack land or housing and the government has historically struggled to resolve the issue effectively.
