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Incidents of Bandh (Shutdown/Strike/Blockade):2004
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January - 2 
Further, a general strike called by the Maoist students wing ANNISU (R) has reportedly affected public life in the Terai and hilly regions of eastern Nepal. The insurgents are also reported to have exploded bombs at the Agriculture Office in Dhankuta and at the electricity sub station of Tilgenimode
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Further, a general strike called by the Maoist students wing ANNISU (R) has reportedly affected public life in the Terai and hilly regions of eastern Nepal. The insurgents are also reported to have exploded bombs at the Agriculture Office in Dhankuta and at the electricity sub station of Tilgenimode in Ilam on January 2.
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January - 6 
Meanwhile, the People’s War Group (PWG) with the support of the MCC has reportedly called a 24-hour Jharkhand bandh (shutdown) on January 8 in response to the killing of Naxalites by the police and the Gram Rakshak Dal (village security squad) at Longo in the East Singhbhum district recently.
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Meanwhile, the People’s War Group (PWG) with the support of the MCC has reportedly called a 24-hour Jharkhand bandh (shutdown) on January 8 in response to the killing of Naxalites by the police and the Gram Rakshak Dal (village security squad) at Longo in the East Singhbhum district recently.
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January - 6 
In a press release issued from Rangamati on January 6, the Parbatya Chattagram Jana Sanghati Samity (PCJSS) announced a 120-hour road-blockade programme in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) from January 19 to press home its four-point demands. The demands include proper implementation of the 1997 CHT
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In a press release issued from Rangamati on January 6, the Parbatya Chattagram Jana Sanghati Samity (PCJSS) announced a 120-hour road-blockade programme in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) from January 19 to press home its four-point demands. The demands include proper implementation of the 1997 CHT Peace Accord and cancellation of army presence under 'Operation Uttaran' and removal of all army, Ansar, Armed Police Battalion and VDP (Village Defence Police) camps from the region.
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January - 7 
Meanwhile, the Maoist leaders of Ghadhaki regional bureau have reportedly called a general strike on January 9 to protest the killing of their 14 district level leaders during the post ceasefire period in 10 districts. Other reports indicated that two central leaders of Kirat National Front (KNF) af
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Meanwhile, the Maoist leaders of Ghadhaki regional bureau have reportedly called a general strike on January 9 to protest the killing of their 14 district level leaders during the post ceasefire period in 10 districts. Other reports indicated that two central leaders of Kirat National Front (KNF) affiliated to the Maoist insurgents have surrendered at the District Administration office in Sunsari district on January 7.
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January - 8 
In another incident, unidentified Naxalites destoyed a railway bridge using explosives in the Palamu district and set ablaze three train engines at Chipadohar station in the Latehar district on January 8 today, even as the 24-hour Jharkhand bandh (shutdown) called jointly by the PWG and Maoist Commu
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In another incident, unidentified Naxalites destoyed a railway bridge using explosives in the Palamu district and set ablaze three train engines at Chipadohar station in the Latehar district on January 8 today, even as the 24-hour Jharkhand bandh (shutdown) called jointly by the PWG and Maoist Communist Center (MCC) began at midnight.
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January - 8 
Rail traffic on the Dhanbad rail division remained paralysed for several hours and railway engine drivers were reportedly attacked on January 8 at separate places in Jharkhand. The incident happened during the 24-hour statewide bandh (shutdown) called by the banned left wing extremist outfits, the M
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Rail traffic on the Dhanbad rail division remained paralysed for several hours and railway engine drivers were reportedly attacked on January 8 at separate places in Jharkhand. The incident happened during the 24-hour statewide bandh (shutdown) called by the banned left wing extremist outfits, the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC) and People’s War Group (PWG). The extremists reportedly set ablaze the engine of a goods train between Kechki and Mongra stations and assaulted several railway personnel. In another incident, the security personnel have reportedly recovered bombs, explosives, detonators and wires near a railway track between Nawadih and Nimiadih stations in the Latehar district.
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January - 9 
Maoist insurgents call for a strike in the Gandaki zone has reportedly paralyzed the entire public life in Pokhara, Parbat, Baglung, Rupandehi, Syangja, Chitwan, Tanahun, Lamjung, Bhairahawa and Gorkha areas.
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Maoist insurgents call for a strike in the Gandaki zone has reportedly paralyzed the entire public life in Pokhara, Parbat, Baglung, Rupandehi, Syangja, Chitwan, Tanahun, Lamjung, Bhairahawa and Gorkha areas.
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January - 12 
Condemning the bomb attack in a shrine in Sylhet city, the main opposition party Awami League (AL) has called for an eight hour bandh (shutdown) in the city. Suspecting the hand of fundamentalist Jamaat-e-Islami, the city AL President and Sylhet City Corporation Mayor, Badar Uddin Ahmed Kamran said
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Condemning the bomb attack in a shrine in Sylhet city, the main opposition party Awami League (AL) has called for an eight hour bandh (shutdown) in the city. Suspecting the hand of fundamentalist Jamaat-e-Islami, the city AL President and Sylhet City Corporation Mayor, Badar Uddin Ahmed Kamran said that the involvement of 'fundamentalists' in the attack could not be ruled out. Meanwhile, the death toll in the January 12 bomb blast at the shrine of Hazrat Shahjalal rose to three after one of the 37 injured in the attack succumbed to his injuries.
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January - 14 
Also, the strike called by Maoists in the Janakpur region has reportedly disrupted general life in the Ramechhap, Kavre, Rautahat and Dolakha districts.
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Also, the strike called by Maoists in the Janakpur region has reportedly disrupted general life in the Ramechhap, Kavre, Rautahat and Dolakha districts.
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January - 18 
Meanwhile, the Karbi Anglong N C Hills People’s Resistance (KNPR), the armed wing of the UPDS has called for a 48-hour general strike in the Karbi Anglong district starting from January 25. In a press release, the KNPR General Secretary, H E Kathar has asked people to hoist black flags atop their ho
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Meanwhile, the Karbi Anglong N C Hills People’s Resistance (KNPR), the armed wing of the UPDS has called for a 48-hour general strike in the Karbi Anglong district starting from January 25. In a press release, the KNPR General Secretary, H E Kathar has asked people to hoist black flags atop their houses during the Republic day celebrations on January 26.
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January - 18 
Bharat Pratyagata Jumma Sharanarthi Kalyan Samity, the platform of the indigenous internal refugees, has called a 48-hour strike from January 19 in Khagrachhari in demand of food rations throughout the year. However, it is feared that the situation may turn volatile, as the Bengalee settlers have al
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Bharat Pratyagata Jumma Sharanarthi Kalyan Samity, the platform of the indigenous internal refugees, has called a 48-hour strike from January 19 in Khagrachhari in demand of food rations throughout the year. However, it is feared that the situation may turn volatile, as the Bengalee settlers have also reportedly drawn up a programme to oppose the blockade and the shut down.
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January - 18 
The Daily Star has reported that the Parbatya Chattgram Jana Sanghati Samity (PCJSS) is enforcing its 48-hour road blockade programme from January 19 today, in three hill districts of the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) to press home its four-point demand. The PCJSS demands are full implementation of t
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The Daily Star has reported that the Parbatya Chattgram Jana Sanghati Samity (PCJSS) is enforcing its 48-hour road blockade programme from January 19 today, in three hill districts of the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) to press home its four-point demand. The PCJSS demands are full implementation of the CHT peace agreement, appointment of a leader of ethnic origin to the post of chairman of the CHT Development Board by removing Wadud Bhuiyan, Member of Parliament, pulling out of all camps of army, Ansars (paramilitary) and Village Defence Party from the hill areas and handing over of the charge of CHT Affairs Ministry to a full-fledged minister of ethnic origin.
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January - 19 
The Reuters quoting unnamed security officials reported that the government has sent troops to the remote Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) after the indigenous people enforcing a 48-hour blockade burned a police camp at Khagrachhari town and damaged several vehicles on January 19. The blockade has repor
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The Reuters quoting unnamed security officials reported that the government has sent troops to the remote Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) after the indigenous people enforcing a 48-hour blockade burned a police camp at Khagrachhari town and damaged several vehicles on January 19. The blockade has reportedly also resulted into sporadic clashes in which at least 10 people were wounded including a policeman. The tribesmen are demanding full implementation of the CHT Accord signed in 1997 and withdrawal of all army camps from the region.
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January - 20 
Other reports quoting the daily Rajdhani, on January 20, said that the Maoist economic embargo at Libang in the Rolpa district has completely stopped the entire transportation to the district and put the local people and security forces in trouble. Maoists had reportedly announced the economic embar
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Other reports quoting the daily Rajdhani, on January 20, said that the Maoist economic embargo at Libang in the Rolpa district has completely stopped the entire transportation to the district and put the local people and security forces in trouble. Maoists had reportedly announced the economic embargo in the region as revenge for the killings of their cadres by the security forces.
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January - 20 
The Daily Star reported that the 48-hour road blockade called by the Parbatya Chattgram Jana Sanghati Samity (PCJSS) in three Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) districts and the strike in Khagrachhari called by the Bharat Pratyagata Jumma Sharanarthi Kalyan Samity (BPJSKS), the platform of indigenous int
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The Daily Star reported that the 48-hour road blockade called by the Parbatya Chattgram Jana Sanghati Samity (PCJSS) in three Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) districts and the strike in Khagrachhari called by the Bharat Pratyagata Jumma Sharanarthi Kalyan Samity (BPJSKS), the platform of indigenous internal refugees, has ended without any major incident on January 20. All the three districts reportedly remained isolated during the period and some sporadic clashes took place in some areas of Rangamati and Khagrachhari. Also, the PCJSS has warned the government that it would carry out a 72-hours road blockade programme from February 7 to 9 if its four-point demand were not met.
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January - 24 
The proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) has called for a 24-hour bandh (shutdown) on the eve of the Republic Day celebration, which would begin, from 6 pm(IST) of January 25. Quoting the statement released through e-mail on January 24 by the chairman of the outfit, Cheristerfie
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The proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) has called for a 24-hour bandh (shutdown) on the eve of the Republic Day celebration, which would begin, from 6 pm(IST) of January 25. Quoting the statement released through e-mail on January 24 by the chairman of the outfit, Cheristerfield Thangkhiew, media reports indicated that the outfit has urged the people of the state to boycott the celebration of the Republic Day.
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January - 25 
Meanwhile, Maoists have reportedly set ablaze a truck carrying medicines and rice at Gajuri in the Dhading district on January 25. Also the strike called by the Maoists in Dhading district reportedly affected public life and transportation system.
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Meanwhile, Maoists have reportedly set ablaze a truck carrying medicines and rice at Gajuri in the Dhading district on January 25. Also the strike called by the Maoists in Dhading district reportedly affected public life and transportation system.
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January - 26 
Meanwhile, the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF), an anti-Chittagong Hill Tribes (CHT) peace accord group of indigenous people, on January 26, enforced a day-long road blockade programme on the Rangamati-Mohalchhari-Khagrachhari and Rangamati-Nariarchar highways protesting the killing of its l
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Meanwhile, the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF), an anti-Chittagong Hill Tribes (CHT) peace accord group of indigenous people, on January 26, enforced a day-long road blockade programme on the Rangamati-Mohalchhari-Khagrachhari and Rangamati-Nariarchar highways protesting the killing of its leader, Tarit, on January 25. Tarit was killed and two other tribesmen were injured when activists belonging to the pro-peace accord Parbatya Chattagram Jano Sanghati Samity (PCJSS) attacked a group of villagers at Pukurchhari village in Rangamati.
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January - 28 
The Daily Star reported that the Banglaee Chhatra Parishad (BCP), an organisation for Bangla speaking students in Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) has decided to enforce a half-day strike in Rangamati on January 28 today, protesting discrimination between them and tribesmen in education, jobs and in gov
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The Daily Star reported that the Banglaee Chhatra Parishad (BCP), an organisation for Bangla speaking students in Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) has decided to enforce a half-day strike in Rangamati on January 28 today, protesting discrimination between them and tribesmen in education, jobs and in government development programmes. They also want scrapping of the 1997 CHT peace accord.
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January - 30 
Maoist ‘Tharuwan Autonomous Government’ (people’s government) has announced a ‘bandh’ (shutdown) in Nepalgunj on February 8. The proposed bandh was aimed at opposing the civic felicitation of the King on the same day in Nepalgunj.
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Maoist ‘Tharuwan Autonomous Government’ (people’s government) has announced a ‘bandh’ (shutdown) in Nepalgunj on February 8. The proposed bandh was aimed at opposing the civic felicitation of the King on the same day in Nepalgunj.
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January - 31 
The PWG has called for a 48-hours bandh (shutdown) in three districts including Lohardegga, Latehar and Gumla of Jharkhand state on February 5 and 6, against the killing of two of its cadres in an encounter with security forces at Murkunda village in Gumla district on January 10.
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The PWG has called for a 48-hours bandh (shutdown) in three districts including Lohardegga, Latehar and Gumla of Jharkhand state on February 5 and 6, against the killing of two of its cadres in an encounter with security forces at Murkunda village in Gumla district on January 10.
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February - 12 
Other reports indicated that the one-day general strike called on February 12 by three Maoist allied organisations, the Madhesi Liberation Front, Newa Liberation Front and Tamang Liberation Front, in Janakpur, Narayani and Bagmati zones passed off peacefully.
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Other reports indicated that the one-day general strike called on February 12 by three Maoist allied organisations, the Madhesi Liberation Front, Newa Liberation Front and Tamang Liberation Front, in Janakpur, Narayani and Bagmati zones passed off peacefully.
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February - 18 
Reports from Dhading district indicated that vehicular movement in Malekhu-Dhading Besi was obstructed until February 18 morning, as the Maoists had laid tree trunks on the roads to make the strike on February 17 "successful".
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Reports from Dhading district indicated that vehicular movement in Malekhu-Dhading Besi was obstructed until February 18 morning, as the Maoists had laid tree trunks on the roads to make the strike on February 17 "successful".
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February - 22 
At Eturunagaram in the Warangal district, PWG cadres stopped and diverted the TDP party vehicles, which were proceeding to the Vijayabheri meeting.
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At Eturunagaram in the Warangal district, PWG cadres stopped and diverted the TDP party vehicles, which were proceeding to the Vijayabheri meeting.
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February - 22 
On February 22, PWG Naxalites reportedly damaged two buses and set ablaze a van at Peduralla to stop vehicles proceeding to the Vijayabheri meeting in Guntur district. They also reportedly stopped the Chennai Express train at Guntur, resulting in the delay of various trains.
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On February 22, PWG Naxalites reportedly damaged two buses and set ablaze a van at Peduralla to stop vehicles proceeding to the Vijayabheri meeting in Guntur district. They also reportedly stopped the Chennai Express train at Guntur, resulting in the delay of various trains.
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February - 25 
Reports from the Dhading, Rautahat, Rupandehi, Bara and Banke districts said that the first day of the five-day Nepal-bandh (shutdown) programme from February 25-30, called by the All Nepal National Free Student Union-Revolutionary (ANNFSU-R), students’ wing of the Maoists, has completely affected p
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Reports from the Dhading, Rautahat, Rupandehi, Bara and Banke districts said that the first day of the five-day Nepal-bandh (shutdown) programme from February 25-30, called by the All Nepal National Free Student Union-Revolutionary (ANNFSU-R), students’ wing of the Maoists, has completely affected public life.
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February - 27 
While enforcing their bandh (general shutdown) call to protest against alleged 'police atrocities' in the two States of Bihar and Jharkhand, left wing extremist- Naxalites-of the banned outfits, People's War Group (PWG) and the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), blew up Central Government undertakings a
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While enforcing their bandh (general shutdown) call to protest against alleged 'police atrocities' in the two States of Bihar and Jharkhand, left wing extremist- Naxalites-of the banned outfits, People's War Group (PWG) and the Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), blew up Central Government undertakings and disrupted telephone and rail communications on February 27.
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March - 8 
The Maoist' 15-day blockade in the mid-Western districts has reportedly begun on March 8, restricting human mobility to and from the district headquarters.
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The Maoist' 15-day blockade in the mid-Western districts has reportedly begun on March 8, restricting human mobility to and from the district headquarters.
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March - 15 
Reports added that the 15-day blockade imposed by the insurgents in 13 districts of the western region has led to chaos in the area.
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Reports added that the 15-day blockade imposed by the insurgents in 13 districts of the western region has led to chaos in the area.
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March - 20 
Nepal news reported that the Maoists first raided Myagdi District Jail at 11pm on March 20 and then attacked District Police Office, the District Administration Office, and District Development Office. Before attacking the district headquarters, the insurgents had blocked the highway leading to the
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Nepal news reported that the Maoists first raided Myagdi District Jail at 11pm on March 20 and then attacked District Police Office, the District Administration Office, and District Development Office. Before attacking the district headquarters, the insurgents had blocked the highway leading to the headquarters. Reports added that Maoists have abducted 30 police personnel, including the Deputy Superintendent of Police and Chief District Officer Sagar Mani Parajuli, from Beni Bazaar.
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March - 21 
In a press statement issued on March 21, the Revolutionary People’s Council of Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) has retracted the blockade in the 13 districts of Gandak region that was in effect from March 8. Three Maoist aligned organizations - Tamuwan National Liberation Front, Magarat National L
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In a press statement issued on March 21, the Revolutionary People’s Council of Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) has retracted the blockade in the 13 districts of Gandak region that was in effect from March 8. Three Maoist aligned organizations - Tamuwan National Liberation Front, Magarat National Liberation Front and Madhesi Liberation Front - had announced a blockade till March 28. Further, the statement added that Maoists have declared a blockade in Banke’s Nepalganj and in Gularia of Bardia district.
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March - 23 
The first day of the indefinite sanction imposed by the Maoists in Banke and Bardiya districts was marked with series of bomb blasts at Kohalpur, Khajuri, Nepalgunj, Gulariya, Khajura, Bansgadi, Bhurigoan and at the Banke-Bardiya border. There was a complete shut down that cut-off the vehicular move
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The first day of the indefinite sanction imposed by the Maoists in Banke and Bardiya districts was marked with series of bomb blasts at Kohalpur, Khajuri, Nepalgunj, Gulariya, Khajura, Bansgadi, Bhurigoan and at the Banke-Bardiya border. There was a complete shut down that cut-off the vehicular movement affecting the public life severely in the two districts.
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March - 23 
The Maoist affiliated Tharuwan National Liberation Front issued a statement on March 23 announcing blockades in Nepalgunj and Guleriya for an indefinite period.
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The Maoist affiliated Tharuwan National Liberation Front issued a statement on March 23 announcing blockades in Nepalgunj and Guleriya for an indefinite period.
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April - 6 
The Maoist' call for a three-day general strike across the country from April 6 to 8 has reportedly affected normal public life.
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The Maoist' call for a three-day general strike across the country from April 6 to 8 has reportedly affected normal public life.
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April - 27 
The insurgents have reportedly announced a blockade in the Accham district for an indefinite period from April 27 to protest the death of four villagers during an air-raid carried out by the security forces on April 12 in the Binayak region.
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The insurgents have reportedly announced a blockade in the Accham district for an indefinite period from April 27 to protest the death of four villagers during an air-raid carried out by the security forces on April 12 in the Binayak region.
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May - 3 May - 4
At least five tribesmen were injured when a group of Bengalis clashed with the tribals who were enforcing a three-day road blockade in the hill district of Khagrachhari on May 4 demanding continuous rationing support to them and dues of 12 months. In another incident in Chittagong, one person was ki
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At least five tribesmen were injured when a group of Bengalis clashed with the tribals who were enforcing a three-day road blockade in the hill district of Khagrachhari on May 4 demanding continuous rationing support to them and dues of 12 months. In another incident in Chittagong, one person was killed and another injured while making bombs on May 3.
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May - 4 
The All Nepal National Independent Students’ Union-Revolutionary (ANNISU-R), student wing affiliated to the Maoists, has reportedly banned all private schools in the Baglung district from May 4 onwards, according to Nepal News. In a statement, district chairman of the ANNISU-R, Sarad Chhetri, said t
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The All Nepal National Independent Students’ Union-Revolutionary (ANNISU-R), student wing affiliated to the Maoists, has reportedly banned all private schools in the Baglung district from May 4 onwards, according to Nepal News. In a statement, district chairman of the ANNISU-R, Sarad Chhetri, said that no private school will be allowed to operate in the district. They also threatened to take action against public schools that charge fees. There are 26 private schools in Baglung and over a dozen have already closed down.
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May - 7 
Elsewhere in the State on May 7, the strike call given by Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) in protest against the killing of its ‘chief commander of operations’ Abdul Rashid Shardar alias Gazi Shahabuddin on May 6 evoked a partial response in the Kashmir valley. Shops and commercial establishments in Srinaga
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Elsewhere in the State on May 7, the strike call given by Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) in protest against the killing of its ‘chief commander of operations’ Abdul Rashid Shardar alias Gazi Shahabuddin on May 6 evoked a partial response in the Kashmir valley. Shops and commercial establishments in Srinagar and some other major towns, including Pampore, Pulwama, Shopian and Sopore, remained closed in response to the call, according to official sources. However, transport was plying on all routes, added sources.
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May - 7 
The Parbatya Chattagram Jano Sanghati Samity (PCJSS) enforced a dawn-to-dusk strike in the three hill districts on May 7 to press home their four-point demand. The demands include: implementation of the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) peace accord signed on December 2, 1997; removal of CHT Development
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The Parbatya Chattagram Jano Sanghati Samity (PCJSS) enforced a dawn-to-dusk strike in the three hill districts on May 7 to press home their four-point demand. The demands include: implementation of the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) peace accord signed on December 2, 1997; removal of CHT Development Board Chairman Wadud Bhuiyan; withdrawal of security forces’ camps from the hill region and inclusion of an indigenous person as CHT Affairs Minister in the Cabinet.
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May - 17 
According to Himalayan Times, security throughout the country has been beefed up to counter the Maoist call for three-day strike beginning today, May 17. Troops have reportedly received "shoot-to-kill" orders if they sight anyone suspicious. The strike, according to Nepal News, marks the end of Maoi
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According to Himalayan Times, security throughout the country has been beefed up to counter the Maoist call for three-day strike beginning today, May 17. Troops have reportedly received "shoot-to-kill" orders if they sight anyone suspicious. The strike, according to Nepal News, marks the end of Maoists' one-month long agitation against what they call the 'anti-democratic forces and infamous royalists.'
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May - 18 
The first day of the three-day general strike called by the Maoists on May 18 reportedly crippled normal life country-wide. According to reports, most of the shops, educational institutions and business houses remained closed and vehicular movement was negligible.
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The first day of the three-day general strike called by the Maoists on May 18 reportedly crippled normal life country-wide. According to reports, most of the shops, educational institutions and business houses remained closed and vehicular movement was negligible.
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May - 18 May - 20
The three-day general strike that crippled life nationwide on May 18 and May 19 entered its final day on May 20, today. Reports indicate that life remains affected in the capital Kathmandu. Most of the shops and businesses are still closed. In separate incidents, suspected Maoists blew up two taxies
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The three-day general strike that crippled life nationwide on May 18 and May 19 entered its final day on May 20, today. Reports indicate that life remains affected in the capital Kathmandu. Most of the shops and businesses are still closed. In separate incidents, suspected Maoists blew up two taxies in Kathmandu on May 19. In another area of the capital, Maoists hurled a bomb at a passing taxi at Kalimati but no explosion occurred.The general strike was declared by the Maoists to mark the end of a one-month long agitation against what they call the "anti-democratic forces and infamous royalists."
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May - 20 
The three-day Maoist strike came to an end on May 20 with some reports of explosions in Kathmandu and Banke. Most of the business houses and almost all educational institutions in Pokhara, Birgunj, Janakpur, Biratnagar, Nepalgunj, Gaighat, Birtamod, Rajbiraj, Hetauda, Sindhuli and Jaleswor were clos
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The three-day Maoist strike came to an end on May 20 with some reports of explosions in Kathmandu and Banke. Most of the business houses and almost all educational institutions in Pokhara, Birgunj, Janakpur, Biratnagar, Nepalgunj, Gaighat, Birtamod, Rajbiraj, Hetauda, Sindhuli and Jaleswor were closed.
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May - 22 
Himalayan Times has reported that the All Nepal National Independent Students’ Union-Revolutionary (ANNISU-R), a pro-Maoist student organisation, on May 22 announced a nationwide indefinite educational strike from June 6.
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Himalayan Times has reported that the All Nepal National Independent Students’ Union-Revolutionary (ANNISU-R), a pro-Maoist student organisation, on May 22 announced a nationwide indefinite educational strike from June 6.
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May - 30 
The Maoists on May 30 released thirty teachers abducted from different schools a few days earlier after involving them in 'training programmes'. Further, the Maoist affiliated student union (All Nepal National Independent Students' Union-Revolutionary - ANNISU-R), has announced a countrywide indefin
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The Maoists on May 30 released thirty teachers abducted from different schools a few days earlier after involving them in 'training programmes'. Further, the Maoist affiliated student union (All Nepal National Independent Students' Union-Revolutionary - ANNISU-R), has announced a countrywide indefinite strike in all educational institutions from June 6 demanding an immediate implementation of the accord reached between them, the government and the educational institutions.
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May - 31 
The Islamist alliance Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal (MMA) on May 31 called for a country-wide strike on June 4 to protest the killing of Mufti Shamzai.
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The Islamist alliance Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal (MMA) on May 31 called for a country-wide strike on June 4 to protest the killing of Mufti Shamzai.
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June - 1 
According to Daily Times, the Northern Areas administration had decided to close all Government schools in the Gilgit and Skardu districts for an indefinite period amidst strikes initiated by the Shia community over the controversial syllabi in educational institutions. While June 1 was reportedly t
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According to Daily Times, the Northern Areas administration had decided to close all Government schools in the Gilgit and Skardu districts for an indefinite period amidst strikes initiated by the Shia community over the controversial syllabi in educational institutions. While June 1 was reportedly the second day of the strike, the administration said that all Government schools in both districts, where the community was predominantly Shia, would remain closed till further orders. Earlier, the Shia cleric Syed Agha Ziauddin Rizvi had allegedly warned that they would agitate in the whole Northern Areas region. At least 300 Shia students in Gilgit are reported to have erected hurdles on roads forcing shopkeepers to close their shops. A clash between Shia and Sunni students was also reported in the city after the former forcibly closed a school.
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June - 1 June - 2
According to Nepal News, the one-day general strike, called by student groups aligned to the Maoist insurgents, paralysed normal life across the country on June 2. In the capital Kathmandu, while vehicular traffic was affected, all institutional educations and commercial establishments remained clos
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According to Nepal News, the one-day general strike, called by student groups aligned to the Maoist insurgents, paralysed normal life across the country on June 2. In the capital Kathmandu, while vehicular traffic was affected, all institutional educations and commercial establishments remained closed. Although no violence was reported, the insurgents exploded several bombs in the Dhading district on June 1-night.
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June - 4 
One person was shot dead while 19 others, including 12 police personnel, were wounded on June 4 in separate incidents of violence in Karachi during the strike observed on a call given by the Islamist alliance Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal (MMA) against the May 30-assassination of Mufti Nizamuddin Shamzai.
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One person was shot dead while 19 others, including 12 police personnel, were wounded on June 4 in separate incidents of violence in Karachi during the strike observed on a call given by the Islamist alliance Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal (MMA) against the May 30-assassination of Mufti Nizamuddin Shamzai. The strike is reported to have paralysed normal life in the city as almost all forms of public transport remained off road and major commercial centres were closed. While the strike was largely peaceful, violence was reported from some localities, including Pirabad, where six persons were injured when police opened fire on the protesters. Protesters also set ablaze two vehicles at Liaquatabad and Banaras Chowk. According to The Nation, a young man was shot dead in the Lyari area when unidentified assailants opened fire on a few shops that were open.
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June - 5 
Normal life in Karbi Anglong district has been paralysed as a result of a 72-hour general strike called by the pro-talks faction of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) from June 5 in protest against the killing of three of its cadres on May 30 by the army personnel.
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Normal life in Karbi Anglong district has been paralysed as a result of a 72-hour general strike called by the pro-talks faction of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) from June 5 in protest against the killing of three of its cadres on May 30 by the army personnel.
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June - 15 
A hartal (strike) launched by a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) backed group in protest against the alleged checking of two LTTE women cadres by security forces is reported to have paralyzed life in the Mannar town on June 15. The incident reportedly occurred at the Police-Army checkpoint in
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A hartal (strike) launched by a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) backed group in protest against the alleged checking of two LTTE women cadres by security forces is reported to have paralyzed life in the Mannar town on June 15. The incident reportedly occurred at the Police-Army checkpoint in Mannar town on June 14 when two LTTE women cadres attempted to enter cleared areas without allowing troops to check them. The women were later handed over to the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) for further investigation.
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June - 28 
The anti-talks faction of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), also known as the Karbi Longri NC Hills Liberation Front (KLNLF), has decided to lift its 10-day-old indefinite rail and road blockade in Karbi Anglong district from July 1 on humanitarian grounds. The outfit had started the
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The anti-talks faction of the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), also known as the Karbi Longri NC Hills Liberation Front (KLNLF), has decided to lift its 10-day-old indefinite rail and road blockade in Karbi Anglong district from July 1 on humanitarian grounds. The outfit had started the blockade since June 21 demanding an inquiry into the killing of its cadres in an encounter. A statement issued by the outfit’s general secretary H.S. Timung, on June 28, also asked the UPDS faction led by H E Kathar to stop attacking its cadres.
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July - 20 
In Dadeldhura, Maoists have forcibly abducted hundreds of civilians, including children and aged people, from several parts of the district ruling that at least one member from each family should participate in their ‘training programs’. Also, a one-day general strike called by the Maoists has broug
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In Dadeldhura, Maoists have forcibly abducted hundreds of civilians, including children and aged people, from several parts of the district ruling that at least one member from each family should participate in their ‘training programs’. Also, a one-day general strike called by the Maoists has brought public life to a standstill in central Nepal, including at Dhading, Nuwakot, Rasuwa districts, and the Gandak region on July 20.
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July - 21 
The insurgents abducted Secretary of Sipti Village Development Committee (VDC), Padma Raj Joshi, in Darchula district on July 21. In the same district, Maoists have reportedly announced a month-long blockade obstructing the locals’ movement to and from the headquarters. In Nuwakot district, the Maoi
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The insurgents abducted Secretary of Sipti Village Development Committee (VDC), Padma Raj Joshi, in Darchula district on July 21. In the same district, Maoists have reportedly announced a month-long blockade obstructing the locals’ movement to and from the headquarters. In Nuwakot district, the Maoists threatened the local people in the Jiling VDC area to call back their kin serving in the army and police. Further, reports from Jumla district said that many remote villages, including Pandav Gufa, Birat and Kanaksundari, have been deserted after Maoists intensified their threats on the locals to participate in their programmes.
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July - 27 
A three-day general strike called by the Maoists has begun on July 27 in the Dhading, Nuwakot and Rasuwa districts. The strike was called to protest the killings of Bharat Dhungana and Baikuntha Pokharel, central leaders of the Maoist party, on June 15 at Gumdi in the Dhading district.
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A three-day general strike called by the Maoists has begun on July 27 in the Dhading, Nuwakot and Rasuwa districts. The strike was called to protest the killings of Bharat Dhungana and Baikuntha Pokharel, central leaders of the Maoist party, on June 15 at Gumdi in the Dhading district.
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July - 29 
Nepal News has reported that the two-day strike called by the Maoists in the Nuwakot and Dhading districts has affected public life and transport facilities in the valley. Meanwhile, the insurgents have called off the second day of the strike.
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Nepal News has reported that the two-day strike called by the Maoists in the Nuwakot and Dhading districts has affected public life and transport facilities in the valley. Meanwhile, the insurgents have called off the second day of the strike.
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August - 2 
The economic blockade of Ahmadzai Wazir tribesmen was re-imposed on the same day following failure of a tribal Jirga (council) in facilitating the surrender of wanted tribesmen Muhammad Javed and Maulvi Abbas to the administration within the stipulated period. According to The Nation, all roads in W
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The economic blockade of Ahmadzai Wazir tribesmen was re-imposed on the same day following failure of a tribal Jirga (council) in facilitating the surrender of wanted tribesmen Muhammad Javed and Maulvi Abbas to the administration within the stipulated period. According to The Nation, all roads in Wana and surrounding areas have been blocked.
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August - 9 
Normal life was reportedly affected in Imphal, capital of Manipur, on August 9, first day of the indefinite strike called by 32 organisations agitating for the revocation of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act in the State. According to The Hindu, Government offices and shops remained closed and c
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Normal life was reportedly affected in Imphal, capital of Manipur, on August 9, first day of the indefinite strike called by 32 organisations agitating for the revocation of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act in the State. According to The Hindu, Government offices and shops remained closed and commercial traffic was affected.
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August - 12 
Life in Imphal and the four hill districts of Manipur was affected due to a strike called separately by various organisations.
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Life in Imphal and the four hill districts of Manipur was affected due to a strike called separately by various organisations.
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August - 12 
Public life was reportedly affected during the two-day strike called by the insurgents in Morang district in protest against the killing of the district president of All Nepal Peasants’ Association (Revolutionary), Govind Giri, and Maoists’ district member and their People’s Militia commander, Tirth
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Public life was reportedly affected during the two-day strike called by the insurgents in Morang district in protest against the killing of the district president of All Nepal Peasants’ Association (Revolutionary), Govind Giri, and Maoists’ district member and their People’s Militia commander, Tirtha Rai, by the troops at Kaseni on July 31.
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August - 17 
Around a dozen leading industries and business establishments, including the Soaltee Hotel, Surya Nepal Pvt. Ltd. Makalu Transport and Yeti Fabric Limited, have closed down since August 16 following threats from the Maoist-affiliated workers union, All Nepal Trade Union Federation (ANTUF). The ANTUF
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Around a dozen leading industries and business establishments, including the Soaltee Hotel, Surya Nepal Pvt. Ltd. Makalu Transport and Yeti Fabric Limited, have closed down since August 16 following threats from the Maoist-affiliated workers union, All Nepal Trade Union Federation (ANTUF). The ANTUF has called for an indefinite closure of these establishments alleging them of exploiting workers and supporting the Government. Elsewhere, transport system has been affected in Kathmandu following the call for an indefinite blockade of the capital city by ANTUF from August 17.
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August - 18 
The Maoists’ indefinite blockade in capital Kathmandu has affected the transportation of goods and people in and out of the valley. However, Government spokesperson Gopendra Bahadur Pandey said there were no reports on untoward incidents or violence during the first day of the blockade. A Nepal News
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The Maoists’ indefinite blockade in capital Kathmandu has affected the transportation of goods and people in and out of the valley. However, Government spokesperson Gopendra Bahadur Pandey said there were no reports on untoward incidents or violence during the first day of the blockade. A Nepal News report quoting the British Broadcast Corporation interview with pro-Maoists trade union leader of All Nepal Trade Union Federation (ANTUF), Shalikram Jamarkattel, said "end of the blockade was up to the government… We will withdraw it as soon as they fulfill our demands. Otherwise it will continue." In response to the Maoists ‘execution order’ for 10 journalists and increasing threat upon press freedom in the country, Nepali media professionals and publications took out a rally in Kathmandu against the killing of Dekendra Raj Thapa, a journalist killed by the insurgents in Dailekh district.
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August - 23 
The ATTF has called for a 10-day general strike, beginning August 23, in the four police station areas of Sidhai, Jirania, Kalyanpur and Khowai in the West Tripura district demanding immediate withdrawal of security forces deployed for counter insurgency operations.
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The ATTF has called for a 10-day general strike, beginning August 23, in the four police station areas of Sidhai, Jirania, Kalyanpur and Khowai in the West Tripura district demanding immediate withdrawal of security forces deployed for counter insurgency operations.
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August - 24 
In Dolakha district, normal life has been paralyzed as Maoists resumed their blockade for an indefinite period from August 24. Maoists stated that they would lift the blockade only after the state would make public the whereabouts of 15 party cadres who were arrested by security forces.
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In Dolakha district, normal life has been paralyzed as Maoists resumed their blockade for an indefinite period from August 24. Maoists stated that they would lift the blockade only after the state would make public the whereabouts of 15 party cadres who were arrested by security forces.
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August - 24 
The Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) has called off its weeklong blockade of the capital Kathmandu for a period of one month from August 25. On August 24, a joint statement issued by the leaders of joint ‘People’s governments’ of five districts surrounding Kathmandu said they had decided to postpon
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The Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) has called off its weeklong blockade of the capital Kathmandu for a period of one month from August 25. On August 24, a joint statement issued by the leaders of joint ‘People’s governments’ of five districts surrounding Kathmandu said they had decided to postpone their strike keeping in view of the requests made by general public, civil society and human rights community. Further, the leaders warned the Government that they would undertake stronger programmes if the Government ignored their demands. The Maoist affiliated organizations, including All Nepal Trade Union Federation and All Nepal National Independent Students Union-Revolutionary, had called this blockade on August 18 demanding a probe into the killing of their activists and make public the whereabouts of their cadres detained by the security forces.
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August - 25 
Further, the Maoists have reportedly withdrawn the indefinite strike call in Kavre district. The insurgents had called for an indefinite strike from August 25 protesting against the killing and abduction of their cadres by the security forces.
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Further, the Maoists have reportedly withdrawn the indefinite strike call in Kavre district. The insurgents had called for an indefinite strike from August 25 protesting against the killing and abduction of their cadres by the security forces.
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August - 25 
Lekhnath Neupane, chairman of the Maoist affiliated students union, the All Nepal National Independent Students Union-Revolutionary (ANNISU-R) announced that the Union had formed a team including ANNISU-R general secretary Himal Sharma, Shiv Ram Yadav and Suresh Gautam to negotiate with the governme
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Lekhnath Neupane, chairman of the Maoist affiliated students union, the All Nepal National Independent Students Union-Revolutionary (ANNISU-R) announced that the Union had formed a team including ANNISU-R general secretary Himal Sharma, Shiv Ram Yadav and Suresh Gautam to negotiate with the government on its demands. Separately, the ANNISU-R accused the security forces of arresting two of its central committee member Harisharan Acharya, and Kaski district member Durga BK from Kubhinde of Pumdibhumdi village while they were on their way to participate in a meeting aimed at ending the indefinite school strike.
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August - 26 
A general strike called by the Maoists to protest against the killing of their cadres by security forces in the Sarlahi and Mahottari districts is reported to have affected normal life on August 26.
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A general strike called by the Maoists to protest against the killing of their cadres by security forces in the Sarlahi and Mahottari districts is reported to have affected normal life on August 26.
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August - 30 
A Kantipur Daily report said that the Colgate Palmolive Nepal Private Limited in Hetauda has closed down its industry for a week from August 28. The shut down was announced after the Maoist bomb attacks in the premises of the Nepal Lever Limited on August 27.
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A Kantipur Daily report said that the Colgate Palmolive Nepal Private Limited in Hetauda has closed down its industry for a week from August 28. The shut down was announced after the Maoist bomb attacks in the premises of the Nepal Lever Limited on August 27.
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August - 31 
In North Waziristan, tribesmen reportedly called a strike in the town of Miran Shah on August 31 to protest against the killings of three locals during an Army operation against the Al Qaeda near the Afghan border.
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In North Waziristan, tribesmen reportedly called a strike in the town of Miran Shah on August 31 to protest against the killings of three locals during an Army operation against the Al Qaeda near the Afghan border.
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September - 17 
Maoists set three vehicles on fire in Chitwan district on September 17 to enforce their call for the day-long bandh (strike) in protest of the ‘extra-judicial killing’ of one of their cadre in the district by the security forces. On the same day, in Bajhang district, Maoists set alight a house of a
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Maoists set three vehicles on fire in Chitwan district on September 17 to enforce their call for the day-long bandh (strike) in protest of the ‘extra-judicial killing’ of one of their cadre in the district by the security forces. On the same day, in Bajhang district, Maoists set alight a house of a government employee at Ritthabatha area.
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October - 5 
The 12-hour strike called by the North East Students’ Organisation (NESO) is reported to have passed off peacefully although normal life was affected in the entire region. In Guwahati, Assam, the strike completely paralysed normal life with shops and business establishments, banks and educational in
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The 12-hour strike called by the North East Students’ Organisation (NESO) is reported to have passed off peacefully although normal life was affected in the entire region. In Guwahati, Assam, the strike completely paralysed normal life with shops and business establishments, banks and educational institutions remaining closed, according to Assam Tribune. Normal life was also affected in several other parts of Assam, including in the Dhansiri sub-division, Tezpur, Naduar, Jamugurihat, Sootea, Balipara, Darrang district, Mangaldoi, Bongaigaon and Chirang districts, Rangiya, Dhubri and Kokrajhar districts. Normal life was also reportedly affected in the States of Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland and Meghalaya. However, it failed to evoke any response in the State of Tripura. Official sources in the capital Agartala said markets, shops and commercial establishments remained open throughout the State and attendance in Government offices, banks, schools and colleges remained normal.
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October - 5 
The North East Students’ Organisation has called upon the people of the region to observe a 12-hour North East bandh (general strike) peacefully from 5 AM (IST) today, October 5, to demand "solution of the burning problems facing the region". In a separate press release, the All Assam Students Union
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The North East Students’ Organisation has called upon the people of the region to observe a 12-hour North East bandh (general strike) peacefully from 5 AM (IST) today, October 5, to demand "solution of the burning problems facing the region". In a separate press release, the All Assam Students Union called upon the people to register their protest against killings of innocent people by observing the bandh.
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October - 12 
The Manipur People's Liberation Front (MPLF), a conglomerate of People’s Liberation Army (PLA), United National Liberation Front (UNLF) and People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), has called a general strike on October 15, to protest against the 'forcible merger' of Manipur with the Ind
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The Manipur People's Liberation Front (MPLF), a conglomerate of People’s Liberation Army (PLA), United National Liberation Front (UNLF) and People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), has called a general strike on October 15, to protest against the 'forcible merger' of Manipur with the Indian Union in 1949.
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October - 17 
The Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) has called for a 48-hour general strike in the North Cachar Hills district of Assam beginning October 17, to protest against the alleged 'atrocities' by the army personnel on its cadres. In a press statement, Daoraja Dimasa, 'publicity secretary' of the outfit alleged tha
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The Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) has called for a 48-hour general strike in the North Cachar Hills district of Assam beginning October 17, to protest against the alleged 'atrocities' by the army personnel on its cadres. In a press statement, Daoraja Dimasa, 'publicity secretary' of the outfit alleged that innocent people and its cadres have been targeted by the army in areas such as Hatikhali, Lumding, Dhansiri and Cachar areas.
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October - 25 
The Karbi Longri NC Hills Liberation Front (KLNLF) has called an 8-hour general strike in the North Cachar Hills and Karbi Anglong districts on November 4 to protest against the alleged human rights violations by the security forces.
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The Karbi Longri NC Hills Liberation Front (KLNLF) has called an 8-hour general strike in the North Cachar Hills and Karbi Anglong districts on November 4 to protest against the alleged human rights violations by the security forces.
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November - 1 
On completion of the Dashain festival, Maoists have re-imposed their 'indefinite blockade' on the headquarters of far-western district of Baitadi. The insurgents had lifted their six-month-long `indefinite blockade' of this district for one month to cover major Hindu festivals, Dashain and Tihar. Ea
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On completion of the Dashain festival, Maoists have re-imposed their 'indefinite blockade' on the headquarters of far-western district of Baitadi. The insurgents had lifted their six-month-long `indefinite blockade' of this district for one month to cover major Hindu festivals, Dashain and Tihar. Earlier, the Maoists had already announced blockade of the headquarters of Rukum district in mid-western region.
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November - 6 
Maoists have declared a two-day ‘bandh’ (general strike) in Banke and Bardiya districts to protest the recent killing of Banke district president of the Maoist affiliated Madhesi Liberation Front.
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Maoists have declared a two-day ‘bandh’ (general strike) in Banke and Bardiya districts to protest the recent killing of Banke district president of the Maoist affiliated Madhesi Liberation Front.
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November - 14 
According to a delayed media report, the bandh (strike) called by left wing extremists (also known as Naxalites) of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the tribal districts of Sarguja, Jashpur and Bastar regions in Chhattisgarh witnessed large-scale violence on November 14. The CPI-M
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According to a delayed media report, the bandh (strike) called by left wing extremists (also known as Naxalites) of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the tribal districts of Sarguja, Jashpur and Bastar regions in Chhattisgarh witnessed large-scale violence on November 14. The CPI-Maoist had called for a bandh to protest the alleged killing of three persons in police firing at Golapalli village of Dantewada district on November 5.
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November - 15 
During the bandh, the extremists set six vehicles on fire at different places in the district. A woman was also killed in Naxalite firing at Pendarighat village of Sarguja district.
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During the bandh, the extremists set six vehicles on fire at different places in the district. A woman was also killed in Naxalite firing at Pendarighat village of Sarguja district.
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November - 15 
Nepal News reports that the insurgents have blocked the Mahendra highway at Agaiya between Kusum and Shumsergunj of Banke district by cutting off trees across the road. Police sources suspect that the insurgents have also placed bombs at the obstructions.
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Nepal News reports that the insurgents have blocked the Mahendra highway at Agaiya between Kusum and Shumsergunj of Banke district by cutting off trees across the road. Police sources suspect that the insurgents have also placed bombs at the obstructions.
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November - 18 
The Rajdhani Daily reported that the Maoists have declared completion of their ‘offensive’ along the Mahendra Highway and traffic would be expected to resume after more than 72 hours along the Highway in mid-Western region from November 18, today. Hundreds of passengers were stranded at Lamahi, Kusu
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The Rajdhani Daily reported that the Maoists have declared completion of their ‘offensive’ along the Mahendra Highway and traffic would be expected to resume after more than 72 hours along the Highway in mid-Western region from November 18, today. Hundreds of passengers were stranded at Lamahi, Kusum and Kohalpur area in Dang and Banke districts for the last three days due to the Maoist obstruction along the major highway immediately after the Tihar festival.
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November - 21 
The Maoists announced a two-day general strike and shut down from November 21 in the Gandaki region reportedly affecting the public life and vehicular movements in all the districts in the region. The Maoists have announced this strike demanding the government to make public whereabouts of 'disappea
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The Maoists announced a two-day general strike and shut down from November 21 in the Gandaki region reportedly affecting the public life and vehicular movements in all the districts in the region. The Maoists have announced this strike demanding the government to make public whereabouts of 'disappeared' citizens and release 'prisoners of conscience' immediately.
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November - 22 
Nepal News report on November 23 said that traffic has been disrupted and thousands of commuters are stranded for the last three days as the Maoist rebels have set up huge mud and stone obstructions and believed to have planted landmines along Butwal-Narayanghat and Kohalpur-Mahendranagar sections o
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Nepal News report on November 23 said that traffic has been disrupted and thousands of commuters are stranded for the last three days as the Maoist rebels have set up huge mud and stone obstructions and believed to have planted landmines along Butwal-Narayanghat and Kohalpur-Mahendranagar sections of the Mahendra highway-the major transport route in the country that connects the country from east to west. The Maoists have warned the civilians to stay away from those sites saying that they were meant for attacking the security personnel.
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November - 25 
Maoists have called for a general strike in Kapilavastu district on November 25 protesting against the killing of their two senior district-level leaders during security operation. During the general strike, the insurgents detonated a powerful bombs targeting the district court and the Nepal Electri
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Maoists have called for a general strike in Kapilavastu district on November 25 protesting against the killing of their two senior district-level leaders during security operation. During the general strike, the insurgents detonated a powerful bombs targeting the district court and the Nepal Electricity Authority power station at Taulihawa district headquarters.
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November - 25 
The Maoists have called a two-day general strike in Baglung district from November 25 in protest against the killing of their cadres including two area commanders by the security forces. The insurgents reportedly have obstructed the movement of vehicles along the east-west Mahendra Highway by placin
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The Maoists have called a two-day general strike in Baglung district from November 25 in protest against the killing of their cadres including two area commanders by the security forces. The insurgents reportedly have obstructed the movement of vehicles along the east-west Mahendra Highway by placing hurdles at different places including Baireni of Khaireni VDC and Khurkhure of Birendranagar VDC in eastern Chitwan district.
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November - 28 
The Maoist insurgents have announced a two-day long district-wide bandh (general strike) in Rupandehi from November 30 to December 1, which coincides with the Second International Buddhist Conference scheduled to be held in Lumbini between November 30-December 2. Earlier, the government had urged th
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The Maoist insurgents have announced a two-day long district-wide bandh (general strike) in Rupandehi from November 30 to December 1, which coincides with the Second International Buddhist Conference scheduled to be held in Lumbini between November 30-December 2. Earlier, the government had urged the rebels to declare truce during the period of conference.
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November - 29 
The Himalayan Times report on November 29, said that all government and private boarding schools in Saptari district remained closed due to educational strike called by the All Nepal National Independent Students Union-Revolutionary (ANNISU-R).
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The Himalayan Times report on November 29, said that all government and private boarding schools in Saptari district remained closed due to educational strike called by the All Nepal National Independent Students Union-Revolutionary (ANNISU-R).
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November - 29 November - 30
On November 29, a curfew was imposed in the Trincomalee district until November 30 morning as tensions prevailed following the killing of a civilian, allegedly by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). Police sources said a LTTE-backed group had called for a hartal (strike) campaign to protest
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On November 29, a curfew was imposed in the Trincomalee district until November 30 morning as tensions prevailed following the killing of a civilian, allegedly by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). Police sources said a LTTE-backed group had called for a hartal (strike) campaign to protest attacks on Tamil civilians including the son of Tamil National Alliance (TNA) parliamentarian R. Sampanthan.
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November - 30 
The Rupandehi District Organisation Committee of the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-M) have withdrawn their two-day long bandh (general strike) in the district and declared a unilateral ceasefire in the district for three days for November 30. Earlier, the Maoists had announced a two-day bandh
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The Rupandehi District Organisation Committee of the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-M) have withdrawn their two-day long bandh (general strike) in the district and declared a unilateral ceasefire in the district for three days for November 30. Earlier, the Maoists had announced a two-day bandh in Rupandehi district on the eve of 2nd World Buddhist Summit.
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December - 2 
Another report from Pyuthan district said Maoists have blocked all vehicular movement to Liwang, the district headquarters of Rolpa, with logs and mines placed in different places along the road.
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Another report from Pyuthan district said Maoists have blocked all vehicular movement to Liwang, the district headquarters of Rolpa, with logs and mines placed in different places along the road.
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December - 6 
A daylong bandh (general strike) called by the Maoist student wing, the All Nepal National Independent Students Union (Revolutionary), has reportedly affected normal life in Mechi and Koshi zones. The ANNISU-R had called the bandh in protest of the killing of its leaders and cadres by the security f
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A daylong bandh (general strike) called by the Maoist student wing, the All Nepal National Independent Students Union (Revolutionary), has reportedly affected normal life in Mechi and Koshi zones. The ANNISU-R had called the bandh in protest of the killing of its leaders and cadres by the security forces in recent days.
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December - 14 
The two-day general strike called by the Maoists to protest against the 'anti-judicial killing and abductions' of their comrades by the security forces have reportedly paralyzed normal life in the Chitwan, Rupandehi, Nawalparasi, Syangja and Parbat districts. The insurgents had detonated bombs at Sa
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The two-day general strike called by the Maoists to protest against the 'anti-judicial killing and abductions' of their comrades by the security forces have reportedly paralyzed normal life in the Chitwan, Rupandehi, Nawalparasi, Syangja and Parbat districts. The insurgents had detonated bombs at Satupasal and Nuwarabhanjyang in the Syangja district on December 14. However, no casualties were reported in these blasts.
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December - 16 December - 17
The insurgents abducted 103 Government schoolteachers from the Bulingtar, Arkhala, Ruchang, Jaubari, Dandapheri, Dhobadi areas of Nawalparasi district on December 17. They reportedly abducted the teachers to train them on ‘people’s education’ at an undisclosed location. Further, Kathmandu Post has r
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The insurgents abducted 103 Government schoolteachers from the Bulingtar, Arkhala, Ruchang, Jaubari, Dandapheri, Dhobadi areas of Nawalparasi district on December 17. They reportedly abducted the teachers to train them on ‘people’s education’ at an undisclosed location. Further, Kathmandu Post has reported that the Maoists imposed an indefinite blockade and set up check-posts along the way to the district headquarters in order to ban the public movement in Gorkha district from December 16.
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December - 16 
The Islamist militant group, Muslim Resurgence Group, reportedly enforced a shut-down in the Batticaloa and Amparai districts on December 16. The shut-down was declared by the militants in protest against the inaction of Muslim politicians whom they described as "venal opportunists". Business center
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The Islamist militant group, Muslim Resurgence Group, reportedly enforced a shut-down in the Batticaloa and Amparai districts on December 16. The shut-down was declared by the militants in protest against the inaction of Muslim politicians whom they described as "venal opportunists". Business centers were closed and normal life was reported to have been affected in the districts.
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December - 19 
A Nepal News report stated that normal life has been disrupted in the Dhading, Nuwakot and Rasuwa districts due to a call for shutdown by the Maoist affiliated Tamang Autonomous Liberation Front on December 20. Another Maoist affiliated organization, Newa Khala (an ethnic organization), declared a t
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A Nepal News report stated that normal life has been disrupted in the Dhading, Nuwakot and Rasuwa districts due to a call for shutdown by the Maoist affiliated Tamang Autonomous Liberation Front on December 20. Another Maoist affiliated organization, Newa Khala (an ethnic organization), declared a two-day general strike from December 20 in the Kathmandu valley demanding release of its members currently in Government detention.
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December - 20 December - 21
The two-day general strike called by the Newa National Liberation Front on December 20 and 21 disrupted public life in the capital Kathmandu. The insurgents had reportedly triggered explosions on highways linking Kathmandu to enforce their strike. They have also erected obstructions on the highways
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The two-day general strike called by the Newa National Liberation Front on December 20 and 21 disrupted public life in the capital Kathmandu. The insurgents had reportedly triggered explosions on highways linking Kathmandu to enforce their strike. They have also erected obstructions on the highways in several eastern districts and reportedly placed landmines on Koshi and Mechi Highways.
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December - 23 
Other reports added that vehicular movement to and from the capital Kathmandu have ceased on December 23, following the indefinite blockade announced by the Maoists with effect from the same day on different sections of the Prithvi, Mahendra and Tribhuvan highways. The Maoists have also imposed bloc
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Other reports added that vehicular movement to and from the capital Kathmandu have ceased on December 23, following the indefinite blockade announced by the Maoists with effect from the same day on different sections of the Prithvi, Mahendra and Tribhuvan highways. The Maoists have also imposed blockades in Gaur, Rautahat, Parsa, Bara, Sindhupalchowk, Kanchanpur, Dhading, Sindhuli and Chitwan districts.
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December - 23 
The insurgents have announced an indefinite blockade in all districts of the Narayani zone, including Bara, Parsa, Rautahat and Chitwan, and threatened closure of transportation, educational and business activities in the area. Similarly, the Maoists announced indefinite blockades on the Sunachuri-H
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The insurgents have announced an indefinite blockade in all districts of the Narayani zone, including Bara, Parsa, Rautahat and Chitwan, and threatened closure of transportation, educational and business activities in the area. Similarly, the Maoists announced indefinite blockades on the Sunachuri-Hetaunda section of the Mahendra highway, Naagdhunga-Benighat section of the Prithvi highway and Naubise-Bhaise section of the Tribhuwan highway from December 23, today.
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December - 25 
Reports on December 25 indicated that the blockades imposed by the Maoists in the Kathmandu Valley and some district headquarters seriously affected normal life. As Prithivi Highway and Tribhuvan Rajpath that link the Kathmandu Valley to the districts remained mostly closed, the supply system, mainl
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Reports on December 25 indicated that the blockades imposed by the Maoists in the Kathmandu Valley and some district headquarters seriously affected normal life. As Prithivi Highway and Tribhuvan Rajpath that link the Kathmandu Valley to the districts remained mostly closed, the supply system, mainly that of fuel, was affected in the capital. Highways in districts surrounding Kathmandu such as Kavre, Nuwakot and Rasuwa remained completely blocked. Similarly, the second day of a bandh (general strike) on December 25, called by the Maoists, paralysed normal life in Morang and Sunsari districts. District headquarters of Dang, Udaypur, Bara, Parsa, Kailali, Rautahat, Makwanpur and some other districts also was affected due to the indefinite blockade in places since last few days.
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December - 26 
Nepal News, quoting Police sources, has reported that the impact of the Maoist blockade, on its fourth-consecutive day, has lessened in Kathmandu. Further, it said that security forces are posted in strategic points at the highways and Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) helicopters and trucks were deployed i
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Nepal News, quoting Police sources, has reported that the impact of the Maoist blockade, on its fourth-consecutive day, has lessened in Kathmandu. Further, it said that security forces are posted in strategic points at the highways and Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) helicopters and trucks were deployed in opening traffic to and from Kathmandu by launching aerial and land escorts along the highways from Bharatpur to Kathmandu. The Maoists had announced indefinite blockades with effect from December 23 on different sections of the Prithvi, Mahendra and Tribhuvan highways. The blockades have been declared in the Sunachuri-Hetaunda section of the Mahendra highway, Naagdhunga-Benighat section of the Prithvi highway and Naubise-Bhaise section of the Tribhuvan highway.
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December - 28 
According to Kantipur Online, the Maoist blockade, on its sixth day, hampered normal life in the eastern hilly and Terai regions and elsewhere along the highways, while the traffic has resumed on Prithivi highway under security escort. The Maoists blocked the Mechi and Koshi highways by felling tree
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According to Kantipur Online, the Maoist blockade, on its sixth day, hampered normal life in the eastern hilly and Terai regions and elsewhere along the highways, while the traffic has resumed on Prithivi highway under security escort. The Maoists blocked the Mechi and Koshi highways by felling trees on the roads to obstruct the troop’s efforts in removing the barricades.
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December - 28 
Maoists have reportedly burned down four vehicles ‘for defying the Maoist blockade’ at Dolalghat in Kavre district and another at Lamaha jungle in the Rautahat district on December 27. Nepal News has reported that due to security escorts, vehicular traffic on the Prithvi Highway has improved and is
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Maoists have reportedly burned down four vehicles ‘for defying the Maoist blockade’ at Dolalghat in Kavre district and another at Lamaha jungle in the Rautahat district on December 27. Nepal News has reported that due to security escorts, vehicular traffic on the Prithvi Highway has improved and is gradually becoming normal on the fifth day of the indefinite blockade enforced by the Maoists. However, the blockade had its impact in the Kavre, Nuwakot, Rasuwa, Sindhupalhowk, Dhading, Makwanpur, Bara and Parsa districts.
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December - 29 
The Maoists have reportedly withdrawn the weeklong blockade they had imposed on various highways, including the Prithvi and Tribhuvan highways leading to capital Kathmandu, with effect from December 29. A Maoist statement, quoting General Secretary of the ‘Tamang Region Autonomous Government’, Kumar
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The Maoists have reportedly withdrawn the weeklong blockade they had imposed on various highways, including the Prithvi and Tribhuvan highways leading to capital Kathmandu, with effect from December 29. A Maoist statement, quoting General Secretary of the ‘Tamang Region Autonomous Government’, Kumari Moktan, said that the blockade had been withdrawn following requests by human rights activists, journalists and the civil society. The Maoist-affiliated Tamang Regional Autonomous People's Government had imposed the blockade on the ‘Tamang Autonomous Region’, comprising nine districts, including Makwanpur, Dhading, Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Sindhuli, Ramechhap, Dolakha and Sindhupalchowk, from December 23.
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