Nepal News Evening Briefing | Thursday, February 05, 2026
Summary
Prime Minister Sushila Karki and KP Sharma Oli discussed election security ahead of March 5 polls, with 80,000 soldiers deployed to ensure a safe environment. Meanwhile, election-related incidents including a child's death in an RSP candidate's vehicle accident and vandalism at RSP offices occurred amid heightened tensions.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Sushila Karki and KP Sharma Oli met to discuss upcoming election security, with 80,000 soldiers deployed for a fear-free environment.
- A 4-year-old girl died after being hit by a vehicle used by an RSP candidate in Rautahat, with police investigating the incident.
- The Election Commission will monitor candidates' social media spending with set limits to ensure fair digital campaigning.
- Nepal Army has taken over prison security during the election period to allow police and APF personnel to focus on election duties.
