Demolition begins to reclaim encroached pond land in Janakpur
Summary
Authorities have begun demolishing houses and temporary structures built on encroached pond land in Janakpur, starting with Gordhoi Pond near Girnari Kuti. The first phase will clear encroachments from seven of the 50 identified ponds after residents ignored notices and warnings.
Key Points
- Authorities brought in an excavator on Saturday morning to remove structures built on encroached pond land in Janakpur.
- The first phase is underway at Gordhoi Pond near Girnari Kuti, focusing on clearing encroachments from the pond embankment.
- The Guthi Sansthan issued a notice on July 17 and made public announcements across Janakpur asking residents to vacate the land.
- Officials said seven of the 50 encroached ponds identified in Janakpur will be cleared in the first phase.
