Government Implements Tiered Security Plan for Upcoming Elections Based on Polling Station Sensitivity

Summary

The government has classified polling stations into three tiers based on security sensitivity and deployed Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, and Nepali Army in layered security to ensure clean and fear-free elections.

Key Points
  • The government has classified 10,967 polling stations into three security tiers: highly sensitive, sensitive, and normal.
  • A three-layer security mechanism will be deployed: Nepal Police in the core, Armed Police Force in the middle, and Nepali Army in the outermost layer.
  • The classification aims to systematically deploy security personnel and enhance security for the upcoming elections.
  • The Election Commission and security agencies have completed preparations to ensure a dignified and fear-free election environment.
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