The US government has issued a security warning to its citizens urging them to be cautious while traveling to Nepal.

The travel advisory issued by the State Department on Thursday expressing concern over the prevailing security says, "The Department of State warns US citizens of the risks of travelling to Nepal, and urges caution when travelling in that country."

The statement reads, "Political violence remains a problem in Nepal. Protests, demonstrations and disruptions continue to occur, often without advance notice."

"During demonstrations, protestors have used violence, including forcibly closing businesses, damaging vehicles, throwing rocks, and burning tires to block traffic. Given the nature, intensity, and unpredictability of disturbances, American citizens are urged to exercise special caution during times when demonstrations are announced, avoid areas where demonstrations are occurring or crowds are forming, avoid road travel, and maintain a low profile. Curfews can be announced with little or no advance notice," the notice reads.

"Crime in the Kathmandu Valley and in the major cities of Nepal continues and includes violent crime, robberies by armed gangs and the harassment of female travelers," the advisory reads further.

The department said police resources to combat such crime are limited and theft and muggings occasionally occur in popular tourist and trekking areas such as Chitwan, Pokhara and the Annapurna region and the Thamel area of Kathmandu. nepalnews.com

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