KATHMANDU: Tension has escalated in areas along riverbanks in the Kathmandu Valley as the government prepares to evict squatter settlements.
Authorities have stepped up preparations to demolish encroached houses and structures starting Saturday morning. The move comes as part of a plan to clear settlements built along river corridors.
Following a government directive, police have been issuing public notices through loudspeakers since Thursday evening, urging residents to vacate the areas. Squatter families have been asked to leave by Friday evening, with announcements continuing throughout the day.
Officials said dozers will be deployed from early Saturday to remove the structures.
The eviction drive is primarily focused on settlements along the Bagmati riverbanks in Thapathali, Sinamangal, Teku, and Balkhu areas.
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