Revitalizing public spaces: Sacho View Point
Rajana Maharjan a student and a resident of Sacho-tole have witnessed the conversion of a dumping yard to now an eye catching attraction of Bungamati. The construction of the new two-storey view point was then used as a public toilet facility and a dumping site. “Since it was a public property no one took the initiative for maintaining its hygiene and sanitation. This led the location to be one which locals refused to touch”. To use this public space in an effective manner with a proper outcome CUID brought forward a plan to construct a view point in that area. With its 3D design approved and community convinced, the work immediately began. “After we knew that CIUD is bringing up this construction plan, all the locals gathered to help in…