New Delhi: In view of the escalating violence in Nepal, India on Tuesday asked its citizens to defer travel to the Himalayan neighbour until the situation there stabilises.
In an advisory, India also asked its citizens in Nepal to avoid going on the streets and keep in touch with the Indian Embassy.
“In view of the developing situation in Nepal, Indian citizens are advised to defer travel there until the situation has stabilised. Indian citizens presently in Nepal are advised to shelter in their current places of residence, avoid going out onto the streets and exercise all due caution.
“They are also advised to follow local safety advisories from Nepal authorities as well as the Embassy of India in Kathmandu. In case of any assistance required, please call the Embassy of India, Kathmandu, on the following helpline numbers:
1. 977 – 980 860 2881 ( WhatsApp call also)
2. 977 – 981 032 6134 ( WhatsApp call also )
The statement comes as Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli has resigned, as well as several other ministers in the wake of the spiralling violence that has engulfed Nepal amid the protests by Gen Z, demanding an end to corruption and social media restrictions.
Earlier in the day, India had said it is closely monitoring the developments in Nepal following the widespread ‘GenZ’ violence and deaths of 19 people, and expressed hope that all issues will be addressed through peaceful means and dialogue.
In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs also Indian nationals are advised to exercise caution and stick to the guidelines issued by the Nepali authorities.
The statement read:
“We are closely monitoring the developments in Nepal since yesterday and are deeply saddened by the loss of many young lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with families of deceased. We also wish speedy recovery for those who were injured.
“As a close friend and neighbour, we hope that all concerned will excercise restraint and address any issues through peaceful means and dialogue.
“We have also taken note that authorities have imposed curfew in Kathmandu and several other cities of Nepal. Indian nationals in Nepal are advised to exercise caution and adhere to the steps and guidelines issued by the Nepali authorities.”
