Progressive Democratic Party Condemns Butwal Sub-Metropolitan City's Crackdown on Street Vendors

Butwal. The Progressive Democratic Party, Rupandehi, has expressed strong objection to the repression of business owners and the looting of goods by the Butwal Sub-Metropolitan City under the pretext of clearing sidewalks.

In a statement issued by the party's district president, Krishna Kumar Banjade, it is mentioned that while the city's beautification efforts are positive, the actions of the municipal police in areas like Amarpath—including assaulting business owners, entering shops to seize goods, and physical abuse—are condemnable.

The statement reads, 'Administration cannot be run through bullying; solutions must be sought through civility and patience.' The party has demanded the immediate return of the seized goods and action against the guilty officials.

Additionally, the municipality's attention has been drawn to the need to designate specific areas for street vendors to conduct business and to immediately address the demands of e-rickshaw drivers.

President Banjade has warned that if the demands are not met and the chaos does not cease, the party will provide full support to the people's movement.