They allege that the Supreme Court's orders were disobeyed, saying that they were forcibly displaced without alternative arrangements.
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Civic leaders have expressed their serious concern over the violation of fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution of Nepal 2072 BS in the process of clearing squatter settlements that began in various parts of the country, including the Kathmandu Valley, since April 12.
The statement issued by the citizens claims that the act violates the fundamental rights guaranteed by the constitution.
The statement states that the violation ranges from the right to live with dignity to the rights related to housing, education, health, food, equality and social justice. It is alleged that the Supreme Court's orders were also disobeyed by forcibly displacing people without alternative arrangements.
The statement also states that the settlement was removed in an inhumane manner by mobilizing security personnel, leaving thousands of citizens without options and disrupting the education of children. Pregnant women, newborns and senior citizens have been criticized for being kept in risky conditions without minimum facilities.
The citizens have demanded that the government make public a clear plan for the management of squatters, immediately stop the displacement work and ensure proper housing, education and health services for the affected. In addition, the National Human Rights Commission has been urged to conduct on-site monitoring and the Supreme Court to ensure the implementation of the order.
The statement warns the state against violating the constitution and using military force, and emphasizes the need for dialogue with the squatters and alternative arrangements.
In addition, the leaders have objected to the media being deprived of independent reporting in the holding center.
