Two decades since peace accord, wartime IEDs still haunt villagers
Summary
Nearly two decades after the peace accord ended Nepal's Maoist insurgency, unexploded wartime explosives continue to be discovered across the country, posing ongoing risks to civilians.
Key Points
- Nearly two decades after Nepal's peace accord ended the Maoist insurgency, unexploded wartime devices still surface in various districts.
- Several fatal incidents, including the death of two children in Panchthar, highlight continuing dangers from hidden explosives.
- Post-conflict clearance efforts have retrieved tens of thousands of explosives, but many remain buried, especially in remote areas.
- Authorities urge public vigilance and prompt reporting to safely neutralize discovered explosives, but risks persist particularly for villagers and children.
