Nepal eases curfew as normalcy returns to southern plains

By GT24x7 Correspondents · 2 August 2026 · GlobalToday24x7

Local authorities in several districts of Nepal’s southern plains have begun easing curfew restrictions as normalcy gradually returns after nearly a week of unrest that began in Dewangunj and Kaptangunj in Sunsari district.

Harmony rallies have also been organised in parts of the southern plains as a gesture of unity and communal harmony.

On Saturday, curfew was lifted and prohibitory orders were imposed in 10 local levels of Sunsari district and the Janakpur area of Dhanusha. Curfew was also lifted in Lahan in Siraha district. However, the Golbazar area of Siraha, which witnessed violent clashes earlier this week, remains under curfew.

The Sunsari administration lifted the curfew in designated areas of Itahari, Ramdhuni, Inaruwa, Duhabi, Bhokraha Narsingh, Koshi, Gadhi, Dewanganj, Harinagar and Barju from 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, while prohibitory orders remain in force until 5:00 p.m. local time.

Saying that the situation is gradually returning to normal, the administration urged the public to comply with the prohibitory orders to maintain peace, security and communal harmony. It also warned that violators would face action under the prevailing law.