Nepal News Evening Briefing | Monday, March 02, 2026
Summary
Prime Minister Sushila Karki urges participation in the March 5 election amid security measures and international concerns. The government monitors Nepalis in the Middle East amid regional conflict while ensuring election safety domestically.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Sushila Karki urges citizens to ignore misinformation and participate in the March 5 election.
- The government monitors the safety of over 1.7 million Nepalis in the Middle East amid the Iran-Israel conflict.
- Nepal will close all international border points from midnight before the election to ensure security.
- Authorities enforce an election silence period starting Monday midnight to promote peaceful voting.
