Nepal

Central Security Committee reviews India-Pakistan tensions, boosts border surveillance

By THT Online

Armed Police Force personnel conducting security checks with the help of sniffer dogs at the Nepal-India border in Belahiya on Wednesday. Security has been heightened at the border following rising tensions between India and Pakistan.

KATHMANDU, MAY 7

The Central Security Committee met on Wednesday under the chairmanship of Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak to assess recent developments following the escalation of tensions between India and Pakistan and their potential implications for Nepal.

According to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA), the meeting decided to heighten surveillance in sensitive areas, including Nepal-India border points and major airports.

'The meeting directed security agencies to remain on high alert,' said MoHA Spokesperson Ramchandra Tiwari.

The safety of Nepali citizens residing in India and Pakistan was also discussed, alongside plans to strengthen internal security, enhance inter-agency coordination, and improve information sharing.