Post-Gen Z uprising, finding residences for politicians, top officials is a challenge

Summary

Following the Gen Z protests, Nepal's government faces challenges in securing official residences for politicians and top officials due to damaged government buildings and public reluctance to rent homes to politicians.

Key Points
  • Nepal Rastra Bank is seeking a rental house for Governor Biswo Nath Poudel after his homes were set ablaze during Gen Z protests.
  • Damaged government buildings and ministerial quarters have led to difficulties in accommodating ministers and top officials.
  • The interim government has provided a monthly house rent allowance of Rs40,000 to senior officials lacking official residences.
  • Public reluctance to rent homes to political leaders has added to the housing challenges after the protests.
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