Troubles in Nepal
Current situation in Nepal.
The Maoist ceasefire has ended with a vengeance and plenty of trouble within the Kathmandu valley itself. Big attack in Thangkot (10k west of KTM) the other day - 11 police killed. Plenty of gun battles going on too.
Situation liable to deteriorate up 'til elections on 8th Feb. Curfew currently in the valley from 10pm to 4 am.
Travel bandh (strike) from 5th to 9th of Feb is planned so if you're planning on arriving from India do it before or after the bandh. You risk getting your motorcycle burned otherwise....
If stopped by Maoists and "taxed" - don't pay more than Rs500 - about US$7.
Western tourists/volunteers haven't been troubled by Maoists yet but there's always the chance of being caught in the crossfire so take care.
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