Fresh unrest in Nepal: Curfew in Birgunj after communal tension, India seals border
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Curfew Imposed Amid Communal Unrest in BirgunjA strict curfew started Monday in Birgunj after inflammatory TikTok posts and mosque vandalism sparked ongoing street clashes.
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- A curfew was implemented in Birgunj following communal tensions triggered by offensive TikTok content.
- The conflict originated from derogatory remarks about religious groups and damage to a mosque in the nearby Kamala municipality.
- Protests by opposing factions continued despite bans, leading authorities to extend the curfew through Tuesday.
- The Parsa District Administration prohibits all gatherings and restricts movement except for emergencies.
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