Protests in Nepal against Chinese road construction firm after landslides

A Chinese firm — China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC), responsible for road construction in Nepal’s Sindhupalchawk has been witnessing people’s fury over the landslide incidents and damage to houses in the district.

Nepal Aaj reported that people in the Himalayan Nation protested against the Chinese company and demanded payment for damages faced by them. They blamed the company for causing serious environmental disaster causing landslides and damaging houses at the location.

Last week, a widespread flood in Nepal damaged critical infrastructure. Officials said the excess rains had led to the rivers overflowing due to the suspected glacier burst, which resulted in widespread destruction.