Kathmandu, Nov. 19 -- Garbage disposal at the Bancharedanda landfill has been disrupted again due to protests by local residents.

Vehicles carrying waste from the Kathmandu Valley were turned back after residents of Kakani (Nuwakot) and Dhunibeshi (Dhadhing) demanded the implementation of previous agreements, insisting that waste disposal must be scientifically managed and earlier commitments fulfilled.

Local residents had first announced an indefinite blockade in the second week of Kartik, citing unfulfilled commitments despite assurances from Urban Development Minister Kulman Ghising during his visit to the landfill on November 2. Residents said the verbal commitment to begin work within 15 days was not honored, prompting renewed disr...