Encroachments on Guthi Land Around Ponds in Janakpur Demolished
Summary
Houses and structures built on encroached Guthi land around ponds in Janakpur have begun to be demolished after a 7-day ultimatum expired. The drive will continue around other ponds and Guthi sites in the Greater Janakpur area, while local residents fear further evictions.
Key Points
- The High-Level Task Force Report-2062 Implementation Committee has started demolishing structures built on encroached Guthi land around ponds in Janakpur Sub-Metropolitan City.
- The first demolitions began at Godhdhoi pond, with encroachments around Bishahara pond, Dashrath Talau, Argaja Sar, Ratna Sagar, Murli Sar, and Dirghika Sar also set to be removed.
- Officials say 42 temporary and permanent structures on the banks of seven ponds are being vacated, while 49 ponds are to be demarcated and surveyed in the first phase.
- Locals in Janakpur are fearful because many homes are near Guthi land and may also face removal.
