Terai groups announce 'truce' during Dashain

Two underground insurgent groups operating in Terai have announced that they will not carry out their armed activities during Dashain, effective from Tuesday.

According to reports, Janatantrik Terai Mukti Morcha (JTMM) led by Ranabir Singh and Madhesi Virus Killers announced ceasefire for two weeks.

Leaders of the rebel groups informed local media about the ceasefire through telephone. nepalnews.com ia Sep 30 08