Nepal Bans Alcohol Sales Ahead of House of Representatives Election

Kathmandu. To ensure the House of Representatives election scheduled for Falgun 21 is conducted in a peaceful, impartial, and fear-free environment, a ban has been imposed on the sale and distribution of alcohol across the country. The government has prohibited the sale, distribution, and consumption of alcohol starting Friday, based on the recommendation of the Election Commission.

The Commission has also stated that it will closely monitor the implementation of the ban. Suman Ghimire, Information Officer for the Election Commission, informed that the prohibition on the sale, distribution, and consumption of alcohol is effective from Falgun 15 until the voting process is completed.

This decision was made to control potential undesirable activities and maintain peace and order during the election period. He informed that action will be taken according to prevailing laws if alcohol is found to be sold, distributed, or consumed during the specified period.

The Commission has urged all voters, businesspersons, political parties, candidates, and security agencies to adhere to the code of conduct and cooperate throughout the election period. The Commission emphasized that all parties involved in the election must fulfill their respective responsibilities to ensure the voting is completed in a dignified and disciplined environment.