Kathmandu Valley Public Library reopens after 114-day closure
Summary
The Kathmandu Valley Public Library at Bhrikutimandap reopened after a 114-day closure triggered by a rent dispute with the Social Welfare Council. The library will temporarily operate under the council while its long-term management remains unclear.
Key Points
- The Kathmandu Valley Public Library reopened on Wednesday after being locked for 114 days over unpaid rent on property owned by the Social Welfare Council.
- Minister for Women, Children and Senior Citizens Sita Badi decided the library would temporarily operate under the council.
- Library representatives questioned the legal basis of the government’s unilateral move and said the long-term operating model remains unclear.
- The closure drew criticism from writers, academics and civil society members, while the library expects to resume services to readers by August 10.
