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What is behind the communal clashes in Nepal?

A local dispute over religious celebrations has spiralled into wider unrest in Nepals southern plains, exposinggrowingpolarisation, delayed government response and fears over the erosion of long-standing community ties; analysts warn the row reflects mounting challenges to Nepals tradition of coexistence

8 Aug 2026 4:18 pm