Kathmandu: With just six days left for the House of Representatives (HoR) elections, the Election Commission has prohibited the sale, distribution, and consumption of alcoholic beverages until the final results are declared.
The move comes as part of the election security plan approved by the High-Level Election Security Committee under the Election Security Management Directive, 2078. Acting on security assessments, the Commission has instructed the Ministry of Home Affairs to strictly implement the ban.
Authorities, including Chief District Officers and security agencies, have been directed to ensure full compliance with the Election Code of Conduct. Monitoring committees have also been mobilized to curb prohibited activities as per relevant election laws. Strict legal action has been warned against any violations.
On polling day, only essential service vehicles—such as ambulances, fire engines, security vehicles, and those used for utilities—will be allowed to operate. Diplomatic vehicles and those with special election passes will also be permitted. All other vehicles will remain off the roads from midnight March 4 until the evening of March 5 after voting concludes.
However, domestic and international flights will operate normally. Arrangements have been made to transport passengers with valid air tickets between airports and their homes or hotels.
Voting Requirements
Voters can cast their ballots by presenting a voter ID card or Nepali citizenship certificate. Other accepted documents include a national identity card, passport, land ownership certificate, or driver’s license, provided the voter’s name appears on the official voter list. Security personnel and election staff have been instructed to facilitate smooth voting for all eligible voters.
Additionally, a special pass distribution unit will be set up at the Election Commission Secretariat in Kathmandu on polling day to issue vehicle passes authorized by the Commission and the District Administration Office.
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