Clash Erupts Over Temporary Police Post Construction on Humla-Bajura Border, 5 Injured

Summary

A clash between locals of Humla and Bajura districts over building a temporary police post on their border left five injured, prompting government intervention and a temporary halt to construction.

Key Points
  • A clash erupted between locals of Humla and Bajura over the construction of a temporary police post on their district border.
  • Five people were injured in the clash and are being evacuated to a well-equipped hospital by helicopter.
  • The dispute centers on the exact location of the border along Kawari Khola, which Humla locals claim as the boundary.
  • The Home Ministry instructed to halt the post construction, and higher-level talks on the political border issue will be initiated.
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