Curfew imposed in Bhaktapur

The Bhaktapur district administration has imposed curfew in the city on Friday evening after continued clash between security forces and protestors.

The curfew has been imposed in municipalities between Kamal Binayak, Jagati and Sallaghari from 7 p.m. today till 4 a.m. tomorrow.

At least 11 policemen including Inspector Deepak Dhungel and several protestors have been injured during the scuffle that left the city tense throughout today. The clashes occurred in Suryabinayak, Byasi and Durbar Square areas.

The residents organised protests against the oil crisis. Later, the protestors demanded punishment against the murder of Krishna Prasad Suwal. Police said two persons have been arrested in connection with the murder.

The protestors set ablaze the tourist fee counter at Durbar Square. The Arniko Highway remained deserted due to the protests.

The protestors also misbehaved with journalist Gokul Shrestha and burnt his motorcycle. The Federation of Nepali Journalists (FNJ) have denounced the action. nepalnews.com ia Feb 15 08