Impunity in Nepal: A persistent crisis of justice

A culture of impunity—where perpetrators of grave crimes evade accountability—has seeped into Nepal’s political, judicial, and social fabric, leaving victims

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It is exhausting to hear some of my fellow countrymen echo political rhetoric with blanket statements like, “I don’t support

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Last few weeks, the media and the streets have been resonant with pro-monarchy voices. In response, some republican forces have

Persecuting Dalits in the name of religion

On March 20, 2081, houses of Dalit community were demolished in Aurahi Municipality-5, Siraha district of Madhesh Province of Nepal.

Nepal’s post-earthquake recovery: What the UN can do

I still remember the chaos of April 25, 2015. The ground beneath me trembled violently, buildings cracked like fragile shells,

Rara Lake’s natural beauty threatened by encroaching vegetation

Mugu: Rara Lake, the largest water body in Nepal, known for its natural beauty, is facing growing encroachment due to an increase in vegetation around its shores.

This rapid spread of vegetation is affecting the lake’s pristine environment and its ecological balance.

Nanda Singh Rokaya, a teacher from Murma in Chhayanath Municipality, believes that the growing vegetation around the lake is damaging its ecosystem.

He noted that the once-clear, radiant blue waters and the fresh atmosphere of the lake are now being overshadowed by the overgrowth of plants.

“The lake’s water was much clearer when I was young. These days, it has started to smell as well,” he said.

While the Rara National Park Office acknowledges the importance of cleaning the lake, a lack of sufficient resources and budget has hindered efforts to address the issue.

Despite this, the office remains committed to preserving the lake’s beauty and essence.

Mahesh Neupane, the Senior Conservation Officer at the park, mentioned that a cleanup campaign is planned for the western part of the lake, including Nijar and other areas.

The campaign is expected to be launched soon. Experts have recommended that the authorities take a strategic, planned approach to controlling the spread of vegetation, cleaning the lake area, and protecting the region’s biodiversity sustainably.