Curfews lifted in parts of Madhesh as tensions ease

Security restrictions have been eased in parts of Nepal's Madhesh and eastern Tarai regions as authorities assess an improving security situation. Curfews were lifted in Janakpur (Dhanusha district) and Lahan (Siraha district) on Saturday, though prohibitory orders restricting public gatherings continue in specific locations. A curfew remains in effect in Golbazar, Siraha, pending further assessment.

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Under the restrictions, gatherings of more than five people, as well as assemblies, processions and demonstrations, have been prohibited in the designated areas.

In Janakpur, the administration lifted the curfew from 10 a.m. Saturday. However, Chief District Officer Prem Prasad Luitel stated that gatherings of more than five people, as well as assemblies, processions, and demonstrations, are prohibited in designated areas like Laxminiya, Nagarain, and ISKCON Janakpur until further notice.

Similarly, the curfew in Lahan was lifted after a security review, according to Chief District Officer Surendra Paudel. The administration is continuing to monitor the situation in Golbazar before making a decision on lifting its curfew.

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The situation was gradually returning to normal and urged residents to comply with restrictions aimed at maintaining peace, public order and communal harmony.

These restrictions were initially imposed across several eastern Tarai districts following intensified protests and tensions stemming from incidents in Kaptanganj, Sunsari. District administrations report a gradual return to normalcy and urge residents to adhere to the orders aimed at maintaining peace and communal harmony. Violators face legal action under existing laws.

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Anyone violating the orders would face action under prevailing laws.