India-Nepal Border on High Alert Due to Violence and Protests in Nepal. Galgalia Transit Point Sealed, Indian Citizens Urged to Postpone Nepal Travel. Additional Forces Deployed at Border Posts to Ensure Citizen Safety.
India-Nepal Border: Due to the recent deterioration of the situation in Nepal, a high alert has been declared on the India-Nepal border. Security has been enhanced at border outposts adjacent to Kishanganj district, and the Galgalia transit point has been sealed. Indian citizens have been advised to postpone their travel to Nepal to prevent any untoward incidents.
Continuous violence and chaos are spreading in Nepal, prompting the Indian administration to become vigilant in the border areas. Local authorities and security forces have taken all necessary measures to maintain the situation under control and ensure the safety of Indian citizens.
Galgalia Transit Point Sealed
For security reasons, the Galgalia transit point has been completely sealed. No Indian citizen can now cross into Nepal through this point until further instructions are issued by the authorities. Additional forces have been deployed at the border outposts, and every activity is being closely monitored.
Local administration states that this step has been taken solely to ensure safety. All border activities will be restricted until the situation in Nepal returns to normal.
Increased Vigilance at the Border
In the past few days, due to the worsening situation in Nepal, vigilance has been increased along the Indian border. Additional security forces have been deployed at the border outposts of Kishanganj district. The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has intensified patrols and is monitoring all movements.
Security forces assure that the border area is completely secure, but vigilance is crucial to prevent the impact of violence in Nepal from crossing the border. The administration has also clarified that no situation will be allowed to go out of control.
Ministry of External Affairs Advisory
The Government of India has issued an advisory in view of the ongoing violence and unstable situation in Nepal. Indian citizens have been urged to avoid traveling to Nepal for the time being.
Indian citizens already in Nepal have been advised not to venture out, to follow the instructions of the local administration, and to adhere to the security advisories from the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu. Furthermore, the Ministry of External Affairs has shared complete information on security measures to ensure citizens' safety.
Impact of Border Closure on Local Markets
The violence in Nepal and the border closure are also impacting markets located near the Indian border. The movement of Nepali citizens has almost come to a standstill in border markets of Kishanganj district, such as Galgalia, Thakurganj, Kadogaon, Pauakhali, Kadubhithta, and Dighalbank.
This has led to a decline in the vibrancy of local markets, affecting the businesses of small shopkeepers. The administration has assured that all measures have been taken for security, so that local traders and citizens do not suffer significant losses.
Administration's Appeal to Citizens and Travellers
The SSB and local administration have appealed to Indian citizens to remain patient. They have stated that it will be safer to avoid traveling to Nepal until the situation there normalizes. The authorities have also mentioned that the border area is fully secure and the situation is being closely monitored with the deployment of additional security forces. Citizens are advised not to believe any rumors and to rely only on official information.
Reason for Violence in Nepal
The situation in Nepal deteriorated when various groups initiated anti-government protests. Young demonstrators took to the streets due to restrictions on social media and allegations of corruption. Clashes occurred between protestors and the police, with incidents of arson and vandalism reported in several locations. The army has imposed a curfew across the country to regain control of the situation. This has reduced the movement of citizens, and the local administration has taken every step to ensure security.
