Security tightened in Rautahat ahead of elections; Joint Army–Police patrols begin
Summary
Security has been tightened in Rautahat ahead of the February 21 House of Representatives election with joint patrols by the Nepali Army, Police, and Armed Police Force to ensure peaceful and fraud-free voting.
Key Points
- Security measures in Rautahat have been stepped up ahead of the House of Representatives election on February 21.
- Joint patrols by Nepali Army, Nepal Police, and Armed Police Force have started in sensitive areas of Rautahat.
- The District Security Committee is intensifying monitoring to prevent violence, intimidation, and election code violations.
- Authorities have assured that any disruptions to the electoral process will be firmly dealt with to ensure free and fair elections.
