PM Shah urges calm after deadly unrest in Madhesh

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has called for calm following deadly unrest in Nepal's Madhesh province, which resulted in three fatalities. In a televised address, Shah assured the nation that the government is treating the incidents in Sunsari's Dewanganj and parts of Siraha with "utmost seriousness and sensitivity."

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the government would ensure a transparent investigation into the recent violence and hold those responsible accountable.

The government has established an investigation committee to examine the events impartially and transparently, promising accountability for those responsible. Security forces are on the ground to prevent further violence and restore normalcy. The home minister has visited the affected areas to monitor the situation, and the National Security Council has convened to make necessary decisions.

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the government was treating the incidents in Sunsari's Dewanganj and parts of Siraha with the utmost seriousness and sensitivity.

An all-party meeting is underway in Kathmandu to de-escalate tensions. Prime Minister Shah urged citizens to refrain from spreading rumors, misinformation, or hate speech on social media, advising reliance on official government sources. He warned of strict action against anyone attempting to disrupt public order or undermine social harmony.

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the home ministry had already formed an investigation committee to examine the incidents and promised that the inquiry would be impartial and transparent.

Shah appealed to civil society, religious leaders, political parties, and the media to exercise restraint and collaborate in maintaining peace, communal harmony, and national unity. The government is also ensuring prompt medical treatment for those injured in the unrest.

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not to spread rumours, misinformation or hate speech through social media or other platforms, asking people to rely only on information released by official government agencies.