Department of Archaeology to inspect Kamal Pokhari restoration site

Heritage conservationists have criticised Kathmandu Metropolitan City for disregarding the historic, cultural and ecological values of the pond in the name of beautification project.

A team from the Department of Archaeology is set to inspect the Kamal Pokhari restoration project site on Wednesday, following widespread criticism from citizens’ group and heritage lovers who claim that the historic pond is being desecrated in the name of rehabilitation.