Awaiting resettlement, displaced squatter families struggle with life in holding centres
Summary
Displaced squatter families in Kathmandu Valley face hardships living in overcrowded government shelters while awaiting permanent resettlement and relief payments.
Key Points
- Hundreds of displaced squatters in Kathmandu Valley await permanent resettlement after eviction from informal settlements.
- Government plans to distribute land ownership certificates to verified squatters starting early July.
- Temporary holding centres face challenges like overcrowding, inadequate food, and delayed relief payments.
- Residents report poor conditions causing health issues among children and dissatisfaction with current shelter arrangements.
