This is outrageous. We should not try to erase history! Who built the durbar squares? Should we demolish those too? This is about preserving our history, letting the future generations know through observation what Kathmandu went through. Statues and other historic sites are time stamps that tell a story of this great city. We cannot let the shortsightedness of the politicians wipe the scars that give this city its character.

The statues of the eminent figures with which he plans to replace the exiting statues, can still be built. God knows, Kathmandu is in need of more of these attractions. They'll definitely be welcome! Just don't destroy what we already have.

We have to raise a voice against statue replacement. When you think about Europe and all, they still have statues of kings adorning their city. Those monarchs were toppled, but their statues give the city something to remember its past by.