Curfew extended indefinitely in parts of Nepal bordering India, PM Shah expresses grief over violence
Nepal has extended an indefinite curfew in the Sunsari district following communal violence that resulted in one death and multiple injuries. Prime Minister Balendra Shah has promised an investigation and justice for the affected families.
Why it matters
The incident underscores regional instability and the challenges of maintaining communal harmony in border areas.
Curfew has been extended indefinitely in parts of Nepal’s India-bordering Sunsari district , as Prime Minister Balendra Shah expressed grief over the communal violence that left one person dead and several injured.
The restrictions in the district were first imposed on Monday (July 27, 2026) after communal violence erupted on Sunday (July 26, 2026) in the Kaptangunj area.
One person was killed and more than a dozen people, including security personnel, were injured when police opened fire to disperse clashing groups after a dispute during celebrations by two religious communities, police said.
Expressing grief over the violence, Prime Minister Balendra Shah in a social media post on Tuesday (July 28, 2026) pledged justice for the bereaved family, compensation for those affected and action to bring those responsible to justice.
Mr. Shah paid tribute to the person killed and wished the injured a speedy recovery.
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