Nepal: Teachers will protest at Maitighar Mandala in Kathmandu from 11:00 Sept. 20

Event

The Nepal Teachers' Federation (NTF) will stage a protest at Maitighar Mandala in Kathmandu from 11:00 Sept. 20. Participants are denouncing a school education bill that will allegedly undermine job security. Teachers from around 34,000 schools nationwide are participating in a related strike; hundreds of people could attend the protest.

Heightened security is likely in the affected area over the coming hours. Localized transport disruptions are probable, especially if protesters march along or occupy roads. Clashes between demonstrators and security forces are possible, posing incidental risks to bystanders.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution and to minimize travel delays. Heed all security and traffic advisories. Allow additional time for journeys in the affected area. Leave the area at the first sign of unrest.