The former monarch is scheduled to visit Dhaneshwor Mahadev temple in Putalibazaar, in the district, today. Accusing ex-king Shah of inciting people, six different sister organizations of the party has called today’s banda starting from 6 am to 12 at noon. [break]
However, Jamuna Sherchan, coordinator of the organizing committee informed that Shah’s visit will go ahead as per schedule despite the banda.
“As a common Nepali national, former king is free to travel anywhere in the country and his trip will not be cancelled despite the protest,” Sherchan further argued.
A mix effect of the banda has been experienced in the district. Transportation has been affected, while marketplaces have remained opened in the district.
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