East Champaran: Communal violence has created a tense situation in southern Nepal, particularly in the districts of Parsa and Dhanusha, which lie close to the Indian border. After clashes broke out, authorities sealed the India–Nepal border and placed the region on high alert to prevent the unrest from spreading further. The violence has raised serious concerns because these districts share close connections with nearby areas in India, especially Bihar, where people frequently travel across the border for work and trade.
The trouble began after a mosque was reportedly vandalised in Dhanusha district. Videos of the incident soon spread on social media, angering many people and adding to existing tensions. Following this, several provocative and hateful messages appeared online, which further inflamed emotions. Young people from the Muslim community started protesting against the incident, demanding action. What began as peaceful demonstrations gradually turned violent as tempers rose.
In the Sakhuwa Maran area of Dhanusha, protesters burned tyres on the roads as a sign of protest, disrupting normal life. When police tried to control the crowd and clear the roads, some protesters began throwing stones at them. As the situation worsened and became difficult to manage, police were forced to use tear gas to disperse the crowd and restore order. Local residents reported fear and uncertainty as shops closed and people stayed indoors.
Similar scenes were reported in Birgunj town in Parsa district, where protests also turned violent. Police again used tear gas to control the situation. Because Parsa shares a direct border with Raxaul in Bihar, Indian authorities increased security on their side as a precaution. According to Nepal Police, the situation is now under close watch, with more security personnel deployed in sensitive areas. Officials have urged people to stay calm and avoid spreading rumours on social media while efforts continue to bring the situation under control.
