Activities
Khula Manch
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28 Aug
Khula Manch, Episode 19
Guest: Hirakaji Maharjan, Former Mayor (Kirtipur)
Degrading condition of old public spaces like Bagh Bhairav, Uma Maheswor and Milanchowk; few of the reasons behind the current state of public spaces: lack of awareness among the people, inconsideration for public space and inactive institutions; encroachment of Kirtipur Palace.
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14 Aug
Khula Manch, Episode 18
Guest: Nutandhar Rajopadhyaya
The role of Guthi in the past and present; cultural traditions and intangible heritages are the primary reasons to preserve public open spaces; spaces with religious significance seem well-maintained; introduction of various Acts considering the conservation of heritages led non-governmental organisations to work towards its management.
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07 Aug
Khula Manch, Episode 17
Guest: Chandra Shova Shakya (Lalitpur Sub-metropolitan City Office, Sampada Samrakshyan Kendra)
The role of Lalitpur Sub-metropolitan City Office in conservation, renovation of public structures; examples of renovation of public spaces in Patan; encroachment of public structures, and the response of the Metropolitan city office to it.
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