Filthy government offices
Summary
Government offices and hospitals in Kathmandu suffer from poor sanitation and waste management, leading to foul odors, garbage accumulation, and unpleasant environments, despite existing policies and sanitation staff.
Key Points
- The Transport Management Office in Lalitpur suffers from poorly maintained toilets with overwhelming stench and accumulated garbage.
- Government offices across Kathmandu, including the Land Reform and Revenue Office and Office of the Company Registrar, display piles of garbage and broken furniture degrading office environments.
- Despite laws and policies on waste management, government offices fail to manage and dispose of waste properly, resulting in pollution and unhygienic conditions.
- Hospitals such as Bir Hospital and Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital also suffer from poor waste management, with foul-smelling toilets and garbage scattered in premises.
