Curfew Extended in Nepal’s Birgunj amid ongoing tension over TikTok video

Updated:6 months, 1 week ago

Parsa (Nepal), Jan 06 (ANI): Authorities in Nepal’s Birgunj city extended the curfew on Tuesday as religious tension continued following a controversial TikTok video that triggered protests and unrest. The District Administration Office (DAO), Parsa, had initially imposed prohibitory orders on Monday afternoon after rival groups staged simultaneous protests, defying restrictions. As the situation escalated, a curfew was enforced from 6 PM Monday to 8 AM Tuesday. With tensions remaining high, the curfew was further extended until evening on Tuesday. According to the DAO order issued under Section 6(a) of the Local Administration Act, 2028, movement, gatherings, rallies, demonstrations, meetings and processions have been banned within designated areas of Birgunj Metropolitan City. The administration warned that security forces are authorised to take strict action during the curfew and urged residents to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary. Essential services, including ambulances, fire engines, health workers, media personnel, diplomatic missions and air passengers, are allowed to operate with coordination from security agencies

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