Kathmandu, April 25 -- The government is preparing to deploy security forces to clear squatter settlements along the riverbanks in Thapathali, Gairigaun and Manohara of Kathmandu, with demolition of houses and temporary shelters set to begin at 6am Saturday.

A meeting of relevant agencies at the Ministry of Urban Development on Friday decided to proceed with the eviction drive.

Kathmandu Assistant Chief District Officer Muktiram Rijal said any obstruction to the operation will face strict legal action. He said all structures built on encroached public land will be demolished, and affected families relocated.

"The houses and structures will be removed, and encroached land fully cleared. Those displaced will be relocated to designated ar...