Roadside Encroachments Return to Janakpur Within Three Months
Summary
Encroachments on roadsides and footpaths in Janakpur, cleared three months ago by the Madhes Province Home Minister Fakira Mahato, have returned, causing traffic congestion and pedestrian difficulties despite previous improvements.
Key Points
- Madhes Province Home Minister Fakira Mahato successfully cleared roadside encroachments in Janakpur three months ago.
- Encroachments and occupation of footpaths and roadsides have reoccurred within three months, reversing earlier improvements.
- The encroachments cause traffic congestion, pedestrian inconvenience, and hinder e-rickshaw movement, especially near Janaki Temple and busy Hospital Road.
- Local government lack of cooperation and inability to sustain maintenance efforts are blamed for the return of encroachments and poor road conditions.
