Communist Party Chief Whip Yubaraj Dulal Draws Government's Attention to Melamchi Project Affected Parties
Summary
CPN Chief Whip Yubaraj Dulal has urged the government to address the demands of Melamchi project-affected people and local vendors, warning that a new protest could disrupt the water supply project. He called for immediate implementation of past agreements and fast-tracking road construction in the affected areas.
Key Points
- Yubaraj Dulal raised the issue in the House of Representatives, pressing the government to meet demands linked to the Melamchi Water Supply Project.
- The affected victims and local vendors have announced a ban on the entry of project vehicles and employees.
- The struggle committee is demanding reconstruction of damaged areas, roadworks, and payment owed to local vendors.
- Dulal warned that delays could again disrupt water diversion and cause water shortages in Kathmandu.