Nepal communal violence: 3 killed, curfew widens; PM appeals for calm

Nepal prime minister Balendra Shah on Thursday appealed for unity, restraint and social harmony after at least three people were killed in communal violence that began in Sunsari district and later spread to neighbouring Madhesh province. The violence prompted authorities to expand curfews and tighten security across s

Balendra Shah said that the government would ensure a neutral and transparent investigation into the recent violence and hold those responsible accountable.

One person was killed in the firing, and 22 others, including 13 security force personnel, were injured, police said.