Locals and security forces jointly construct temporary embankment to save Susta land (photos)
Summary
Locals and security personnel in Susta are building a temporary embankment with sandbags and nylon ropes to protect the settlement from rising waters of the Narayani River. Residents say the village will remain at risk each monsoon until a permanent embankment is constructed.
Key Points
- Residents of Susta and members of the Nepali Army, Nepal Police, and Armed Police Force are jointly constructing a temporary embankment through voluntary labor.
- The work aims to prevent inundation and river erosion as the Narayani River rises and threatens the village settlement.
- The Save Susta Campaign says temporary protection is only a short-term fix and a permanent embankment is urgently needed.
- Construction of a permanent embankment has been delayed amid reported obstruction and border-related technical complications.
