Kaski Residents Surrender Licensed Firearms Ahead of Upcoming By-elections
Summary
Ahead of the House of Representatives by-election, 77 licensed firearms in Kaski were surrendered to ensure peaceful and secure voting. Over 3,700 security personnel will be deployed to maintain order at 153 polling stations across the district.
Key Points
- 77 licensed firearms have been surrendered to the District Administration Office in Kaski ahead of the by-election on Falgun 21.
- The surrender was done following a public notice issued by Magh 20 to promote a peaceful election environment.
- Most weapons looted during the Jenji demonstration have also been returned to authorities.
- A total of 957 police personnel, 2,800 election police, Armed Police Force, and Nepali Army will be deployed for robust election security across 153 polling stations in Kaski.
