Violence spreads across Madhesh days after Sunsari clash, death toll rises to three
Summary
Communal tensions in Madhesh have resulted in three deaths and widespread curfews in Sunsari, Siraha, Saptari, Dhanusha, and Parsa districts, with security forces deployed to contain the unrest.
Key Points
- Communal violence spread in Madhesh after a clash in Sunsari, resulting in three deaths.
- Curfews were imposed in Sunsari, Saptari, Siraha, Dhanusha, and prohibitory orders in Parsa due to escalating unrest.
- Security forces including Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, and Nepali Army have been deployed extensively to control the situation.
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah pledged an impartial investigation and vowed government action to restore peace.
