The situation in Nepal's Dhanusha district is normalizing amidst a Gen-Z protest. Curfew has been relaxed under the surveillance of the army and police. The public is cooperating. 13,572 prisoners escaped during a jailbreak.
Nepal Protest: The situation in Dhanusha, a border district of Nepal, is gradually returning to normal. The Nepali Army (Nepal Army) is receiving cooperation from the local populace here. People are adhering to the army's directives and supporting the rules issued by the administration. The rainfall over the past two days has also helped to somewhat calm the tense atmosphere.
Curfew Relaxation Granted
Nepal's Defense Ministry (Defense Ministry) is remaining vigilant to control the situation. Observing the normalizing conditions, the ministry has begun to grant some relaxation in the curfew. From 6 AM to 10 AM on Thursday, government employees, bank personnel, and those working in public institutions were allowed to commute by showing their identification cards. During this same period, passengers flying from airports could also travel by showing their tickets.
Curfew Schedule
As per the ministry's order, the curfew will continue with minor relaxations from 10 AM to 5 PM. Following this, the curfew will be reimposed from 7 PM until 6 AM the next day. This arrangement is providing convenience for essential activities for citizens and government employees. The situation in Janakpurdham has completely normalized, and the army and police (Security Forces) are maintaining surveillance throughout the area.
Jailbreak Following Violence and Arson in Nepal
Due to recent violence and arson incidents in Nepal, widespread prisoner escapes from jails across the country have been reported. According to the Nepal Home Ministry and police sources, a total of 13,572 prisoners have escaped from jails and police custody. The number of prisoners who escaped from major jails is as follows:
- Jhumpka Jail: 1575
- Nakkku Jail: 1200
- Delhi Bazaar Jail: 1100
- Kaski Jail: 773
- Chitwan Jail: 700
- Kailali Jail: 612
- Jaleshwor Jail: 576
- Nawalparasi Jail: Over 500
- Sindhuligadhi Jail: 471
- Kanchanpur Jail: 450
- Gaur Jail: 260
- Dang Jail: 124
- Solukhumbu Jail: 86
- Bajhang Jail: 65
- Jumla Jail: 36
Several other prisoners have also escaped from various other jails and police custody. In total, 13,572 prisoners have managed to escape during these violent events across the country.
Vigilance of Army and Police
Amidst the prisoner escapes and violence, Nepal's security forces have heightened their vigilance. The army and police are continuously monitoring the area. The Nepal government has issued a warning that strict action will be taken against those who violate curfew rules. Security forces (Security Forces) are engaged in controlling the situation in the area with the cooperation of the local population.
Impact on Citizens and Traffic
Despite the curfew relaxation, it is mandatory for people to show identification cards or tickets during their movement. This allows government employees and those associated with essential services to go to their work. Limited time has also been granted for the movement of ordinary citizens and travelers. This step is fostering an atmosphere of cooperation between the administration and citizens, and the situation appears to be normalizing gradually.
