Pokhara Bus Park Squatters Management Process to Advance
Summary
Pokhara Metropolitan City is moving ahead with the management of 325 landless families and 242 unorganized residents living in the proposed bus park area at Prithvi Chowk. The city plans to clear the encroached land, arrange alternative housing, and proceed with a modern bus park project backed by South Korea and KOICA.
Key Points
- Pokhara Metropolitan City will advance the management of landless Dalits, landless squatters, and unorganized residents in the proposed bus park area at Prithvi Chowk.
- The metropolis has identified 325 landless families and 242 unorganized residents in the area and says alternative arrangements will be made before eviction.
- Chief Dhanraj Acharya said the process had been delayed by the Bhote Koshi flood but will resume from Sunday.
- South Korea and KOICA have pledged support for a modern, technology-friendly and environment-friendly bus park and smart transport management in Pokhara.
