PANCHTHAR: Former King Gyanendra Shah, on Tuesday, met with the locals of Panchthar and engaged in conversations with them. The former king walked from Loktantra Chok in Phidim - district headquarters of Panchthar, and passed through Bhanu Marga, Ganatantra Chok, Aspatal Mode, before arriving at Aahalgairi, during which time he talked to the locals. He spoke with elderly citizens and children among others. However, former king Shah was not very keen on talking to mediapersons. After meeting with the locals, he visited the Sujiri Sumhatlung Temple in Phidim-4 and worshipped there. During his visit to the temple, Shah also inquired about the temple's history. Many people gathered during the former king's visit to the headquarters of Panchthar district, with loyalists chanting slogans in support of the former king. Shah, who arrived in Phidim on Monday, is scheduled to go to Ilam on Tuesday itself. READ ALSO:

• Former King Shah arrives in Phidim