Land subdivision halted again in 363 local levels over classification delays
Summary
Land subdivision has been halted in 363 local levels in Nepal due to delays in completing mandatory land classification as per amended land use regulations. Only 390 of 753 local levels have completed classification, causing repeated suspensions since 2024.
Key Points
- Land subdivision has been suspended in 363 local levels due to failure in completing mandatory land classification.
- Only 390 out of Nepal's 753 local levels have completed land classification as per the Land Use Act, 2019.
- The federal government has amended the Land Use Regulations three times to extend deadlines and relax subdivision rules.
- Local levels cite high costs and lack of technical manpower as major obstacles to completing land classification.
