Sudan Gurung Issues 7-Day Ultimatum to Clear Koshi Hospital's Encroached Land in Biratnagar

In a decisive effort to safeguard vital public health resources, Home Minister Sudan Gurung has issued a strict seven-day ultimatum for the removal of illegal structures encroaching on Koshi Hospital in Biratnagar. This directive follows a critical joint inspection conducted alongside Health Minister Nisha Mehta, where both ministers emphasized the urgent need to reclaim the hospital's land for its intended purpose of serving the community.

Joint Inspection Reveals Systemic Encroachment

During the high-profile visit, the ministers personally surveyed the affected areas and directed local administration and security agencies to take immediate action against businesses and organizations operating on the hospital's property. The inspection uncovered that despite previous notices issued by the hospital administration, various entities had continued to occupy the land for commercial gain, undermining the hospital's ability to expand and provide adequate care.

From 15-Day Notice to 7-Day Final Deadline

The new seven-day order serves as a final escalation after an earlier 15-day ultimatum issued directly by Koshi Hospital failed to clear the encroachers. According to recent reports, the hospital had begun measuring its land on June 7, 2026, following a directive from the Health Ministry, but illegal structures remained intact. The ministers' intervention signals that the government will no longer tolerate delays in protecting public assets.

Impact on Healthcare Services in Koshi Province

Koshi Hospital, a government facility located in Biratnagar-10, Morang, is a cornerstone of healthcare for the poor and underprivileged in Koshi Province. The hospital recently received advanced ophthalmological equipment from Japan, highlighting its growing role in medical services. However, land encroachment continues to threaten its expansion and operational capacity, making the ministers' crackdown a crucial step for the region's health infrastructure.

What Happens Next?

Local authorities are now expected to mobilize security forces to dismantle illegal structures within the seven-day window. Failure to comply could result in legal consequences for the occupiers. This move underscores the government's commitment to ensuring that public health facilities like Koshi Hospital can function without obstruction, prioritizing the well-being of the citizens they serve.