Although lockdown and disruption caused by COVID-19 has drastically reduced the economic activities and vehicular movement, Kathmandu Valley’s Air Pollution reported five times unhealthier than WHO recommendation making the valley risky for those undergoing health problems. As the government’s enforcement mechanism is poor, it is unlikely to see any changes in near future. Good sign is that 10 municipal governments have been jointly taking some efforts. However, they don’t have much needed legal tools
By Keshab Poudel Feb 17, 2021