03 Apr 2024 | 07:14 AM UTC
Nepal: Rastriya Prajatantra Party plans rally in Bhrikuti Mandap area, Kathmandu, 11:00 April 9
Pro-monarchy protest to occur in Bhrikuti Mandap area in Kathmandu, Nepal, from 11:00 April 9. Increased security, disruptions likely.
The Rastriya Prajatantra Party plans to rally at the Bhrikuti Mandap area in Kathmandu from 11:00 April 9. Organizers are pressurizing the government to act on their 40 demands, such as reinstating Nepal as a Hindu kingdom, simplifying the governance structure, and controlling corruption, among others. Up to a few thousand people may join the event. Additional demonstrations over the demands are probable in the coming weeks.
Authorities will likely deploy additional security personnel in the Bhrikuti Mandap area and at government buildings across Kathmandu April 9. Demonstrators will probably march along or block roadways, prompting localized transport disruptions. Associated localized business disruptions cannot be ruled out. Security personnel may forcibly disperse protestors, especially if they become overly disruptive. Clashes with security forces and between rival party supporters are possible.
Avoid the protest due to the threat of violence. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Allow additional travel time near the protest site; confirm road status and transport reservations in the affected area on April 9. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
