Curfew imposed in southern Nepal district after clash between two groups
KATHMANDU: (Feb 21) Curfew was imposed in parts of Rautahat district of Madhesh province in southern Nepal following clashes between two groups heightened tensions on Saturday.
The clashes between the two communities were triggered by a dispute on Thursday evening, followed by escalation of tension through Friday and Saturday morning with at least eight persons injured.
According to Chief District Officer Dinesh Sagar Bhusal, the curfew has been enforced in Gaur, the district headquarters, and other parts from 1:00 pm Saturday until further notice as decided by the Rautahat District Security Committee.
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