The Pesky Toad Logo

The Pesky Toad

The Pescadero Perspective

This story has rotated off the live feed but the permalink stays available for sharing and search.

news The Hindu 2026-05-07

Nepal Government Faces Scrutiny Over Ordinances and Eviction Drive

Nepal's new government is reportedly using ordinances to bypass legislative debate and has faced backlash for an eviction drive in Kathmandu Valley.


Analysts say the new Balendra Shah government, which has a whopping majority in Parliament, is trying to rule by ordinances and is bypassing legislative debate; it also faced pushback over clearance of ‘illegal’ settlements along riverbanks in Kathmandu Valley, that left many without homes

Support Your Local Toad

The Pesky Toad is free and ad-light. If you find it useful, toss a few pesos in the tip jar to help keep the servers running and the satire flowing.

$

MXN · Minimum $10