Nepal, June 11 -- Lawmakers have raised concerns in the House of Representatives over issues ranging from alleged house demolitions along the Mechi Highway and caste-based discrimination to infrastructure disruptions and financial irregularities.

Speaking during the emergency hour of Thursday's HoR meeting, lawmaker Bhumika Subba urged the government not to demolish private houses built along the Mechi Highway, saying such actions could displace families and affect livelihoods.

She said houses and businesses along the highway are at risk, especially with the monsoon season approaching. "With the monsoon approaching, people are worried about their houses being demolished. They fear losing their livelihoods. They are alarmed by notices f...