Gagan Thapa Calls for Correction of Errors in Eviction Process

Kathmandu. Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa has stated that the government should correct the errors made in the process of clearing settlements. Speaking at a felicitation program organized by Kathmandu Metropolitan City Ward No. 8 in Kathmandu on Saturday, President Thapa said that in some places, settlements were cleared without fulfilling previous commitments made to the locals, and therefore, the government should correct its shortcomings.

He stated that in a democracy, the government should not think that its decisions are immutable. He said that if citizens question the government's decisions, it should not be made a matter of ego to change those decisions.

President Thapa also emphasized that the government should reconsider the issue of removing settlements near Pashupati. He stated that if decisions are made hastily without understanding the sensitivity of local art, culture, and tradition, the impact will be on not only individuals but also on festivals, traditions, and culture.

He also drew the government's attention to the fact that along with the removal of old settlements near Pashupati, many things could be erased. Influential individuals from various fields residing in the ward were honored at the program.