Central Joint Security Base to be Established in Bajura-Humla Border Dispute Area

Summary

Nepal plans to establish a central joint security base at the Bajura-Humla border dispute area to manage tensions and ensure security. The base will be staffed by Nepal Police and Armed Police and supported logistically by helicopter.

Key Points
  • A central joint security base of Nepal Police and Armed Police will be established in Lampata, Bajura at the Bajura-Humla border dispute area.
  • The decision was made in a Central Security Committee meeting chaired by Home Minister Sudhan Gurung.
  • Locals clashed over the border dispute leading to injuries and road blockages on the Karnali Corridor.
  • A police investigation team and a Survey Department team will be deployed to the area to address the conflict.
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