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UN Experts Urge Nepal to Halt Forced Evictions in Kathmandu Amidst Human Rights Concerns

United Nations human rights experts have urged Nepal's government to immediately halt forced evictions in Kathmandu, expressing grave concern that the displacement of thousands from informal settlements may violate international law and the country's constitution. The experts stated that eviction drives, which began on April 25, have affected several thousand people, many of whom are vulnerable, and that the short notice periods fail to meet requirements for consultation and legal remedies.

  • Authorities reportedly issued only 24-hour eviction notices in areas including Thapathali, Manohara, and Sinamangal, followed by rapid demolition of homes, with evictions later expanding to other locations.
  • The UN experts emphasized that affected communities must be informed, consulted, and given access to legal remedies, as Nepal is a signatory to the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
  • The situation has been complicated by reports of two deaths linked to the eviction drive, including a suicide and a man found dead in the Bagmati River.
  • International standards dictate that evictions are permissible only in exceptional circumstances and must adhere to strict safeguards.

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