Kathmandu's Squatter Settlements Under Scrutiny as Authorities Push for Eviction

Kathmandu. The squatter settlements of Kathmandu have once again become a subject of intense debate. Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah, who also holds the responsibility of Home Minister, directed security agency chiefs on Wednesday to clear the squatter settlements by Sunday, sparking discussions from various perspectives.Following this government move, the squatters are discussing new strategies. They held a meeting on Thursday afternoon to deliberate on their next steps.The main concern is how to manage squatters not only along the Bagmati riverbanks but across the entire country. Although land commissions have been formed repeatedly for this purpose, the problem remains unresolved.There...