Nepal-India Border Tightens Security Ahead of Federal Parliament Elections; Vote Counting Centers Secured

Summary

Security has been tightened at Nepal-India border crossings and vote counting centers in Rupandehi ahead of the House of Representatives election to ensure a peaceful, impartial, and secure voting process.

Key Points
  • Security arrangements have been tightened at Nepal-India border crossings in Rupandehi ahead of the House of Representatives election.
  • An informal coordination meeting was held between officials from Nepal and India to discuss election security and border crossing closures.
  • All border crossings in Rupandehi have been closed for 72 hours starting from March 3, 2024, to ensure peaceful elections.
  • Vote counting centers in Rupandehi have been secured with 10-foot-high wire fencing, CCTV cameras, and lighting to maintain security during the counting process.
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