The government has decided to evict landless Dalit–sukumvasi and informal settlers from their settlements. In opposition to this decision, a rally and protest are scheduled for 10 a.m. on Baishakh 10, starting from Thapathali and proceeding to Maitighar Mandal. Prime Minister Balen Shah had instructed the security chiefs on Baishakh 9 to clear the sukumvasi settlements.
To protest the government’s resolution to remove landless Dalit–sukumvasi and informal residents from the settlements, a rally is planned. It will commence from Thapathali settlement at 10 a.m. on Friday, moving towards Maitighar Mandal. The government has already begun public announcements since Thursday evening, urging residents to vacate settlements in Thapathali, Shankhamul, Shantinagar, and Manohara areas.
Reports indicate that bulldozers are expected to be deployed starting the morning of Baishakh 12. On Baishakh 9, Prime Minister Balen Shah convened security agency leaders and gave directives to clear the sukumvasi settlements. Approximately 1.2 million landless Dalit, landless sukumvasi, and informal settlers reside across the country. The government’s eviction efforts have caused fear and anxiety among the local inhabitants of these settlements.
