Nepal Women Unity Society Urges Against Forced Eviction of Homeless Squatters

The Nepal Women Unity Society has urged authorities not to remove homeless squatters without providing alternatives. Kathmandu, April 24. In a statement, the society expressed concern over the Prime Minister’s directive to clear the squatter settlements. The society strongly condemned this harsh decision affecting women, children, the elderly, and persons with disabilities living in those settlements.

According to the society, forcibly relocating individuals without offering alternatives constitutes a significant violation of citizens’ constitutional right to livelihood. The society called for an immediate halt to forced evictions carried out through oppressive means without providing options. The statement read, “We urge all concerned to promptly revise this decision and to respect the right to land and housing with dignity.”

The society warned that if the decision is not amended, human rights activists, civil society groups, and stakeholders will unite to raise their voices and mobilize public protests.