KATHMANDU, Sept 9: Madhav Kumar Nepal, chairman of the CPN (Unified Socialist) Party, has voiced strong opposition to the Supreme Court's recent decision affecting riverside settlements in Kathmandu.
Chairman Nepal criticized the court's ruling, asserting that it infringes upon the constitutional rights of individuals regarding their private property. The Supreme Court's order, which prohibits construction within a 40-meter zone along Kathmandu’s riverbanks, has been met with significant disapproval from the party.
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A delegation including the party’s Kathmandu Chairman LP Shrestha, Bhaktapur Chairman Hari Krishna Thapa, and Lalitpur Chairman Shyam Basnet presented the court's order to the party leadership. In response, senior leaders including Pramesh Hamal, Senior vice Chairman Rajendra Pandey, vice chairpersons Jaganath Khatiwada and Gangalal Tuladhar, and General Secretary Ghanshyam Bhusal urged the party leadership to address the issue.
Vice Chairman Khatiwada announced that the party plans to challenge the Supreme Court's decision through various initiatives, including interactions and pressure campaigns, to support the affected communities and advocate their rights.
