Nepal imposes Birgunj curfew
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Feb 23, 2026 · Last updated Feb 23, 2026
The indefinite curfew in Nepal — Birgunj Metropolitan City, Nepal, could negatively impact local businesses and tourism in the affected areas. The increased security deployment for national elections might also cause temporary disruptions but is generally seen as a measure to ensure stability.
An indefinite curfew has been imposed in four key areas of Nepal — Birgunj Metropolitan City in Nepal — Parsa District, Nepal, starting February 23, 2026, following a clash between two youth groups. The curfew, issued under Section 6(a) of the Local Administration Act, 2028, prohibits movement, gatherings, rallies, and demonstrations. Essential services and specific personnel are exempt. Concurrently, Nepal has deployed over 3 lakh security personnel from locations like Nepal — Kathmandu to districts outside the Nepal — Kathmandu Valley, especially the southern plains, to ensure security at nearly 11,000 polling stations for the national elections scheduled for March 5.
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