All international border checkpoints connecting Nepal with India will remain closed for 72 hours starting Monday midnight, as authorities step up security ahead of the upcoming House of Representatives elections.
District administrations across border regions have issued notices confirming the temporary shutdown of entry and exit points. The measure applies to both pedestrians and vehicles and is aimed at preventing unauthorised cross-border movement and ensuring a free and fair voting process.
In Parsa district, officials said the border points linking the district with East and West Champaran in India’s Bihar state will remain sealed from midnight on Falgun 18 until midnight on Falgun 21. Similar arrangements have been made in other districts along the southern border. Security personnel will be deployed at key checkpoints to strictly enforce the restrictions.
Authorities described the move as a routine precaution adopted during national elections to reduce potential security risks and curb illegal activities. Essential services and emergency cases will be handled in coordination with security agencies, in line with government directives.
The administration has also issued additional guidelines as the Holi festival coincides with the election period in the Terai-Madhes region. Residents have been urged to celebrate responsibly, avoid large public gatherings, and refrain from activities that could disturb social harmony. Wearing clothing displaying political party flags or election symbols during celebrations has been prohibited.
Motorcycle use for Holi festivities has been banned due to safety concerns. Political parties are also barred from holding promotional events, rallies, or assemblies from Falgun 19 until the final election results are announced.
