Kathmandu, November 6, 2026 — Nepal Police have introduced the 'Special Security Plan, 2083' to strengthen security during major festivals, including Tihar, Nepal Sambat and Chhath.
The plan aims to maintain public order and prevent criminal activities and other untoward incidents during the festive period. According to Police Headquarters, personnel have been deployed as required to prevent theft, robbery, gambling, betting, disputes and other unlawful activities.
Security checks and surveillance have been intensified around public transport hubs, major marketplaces, border areas and customs points.
Nepal Police spokesperson Abhi Narayan Kafle said fire and disaster response teams had been placed on round-the-clock standby because of the risks of fires and accidents associated with oil lamps, decorative lights and fireworks during Tihar.
Local administrations have also been asked to ensure that Deusi-Bhailo programmes are conducted in an orderly manner and within designated hours.
Special patrol teams have been deployed at border crossings, customs areas and marketplaces to prevent the illegal trafficking, storage and sale of fireworks and other explosive materials. Plainclothes police have also been mobilized in locations considered vulnerable to gambling and other prohibited activities.
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Police have been raising public awareness through local radio stations, newspapers and social media. The public has been urged to avoid lighting fireworks, gambling and betting, and creating disturbances under the influence of alcohol, and to celebrate the festivals peacefully.
Kafle said additional security measures had been introduced to prevent disputes and clashes between communities during festive rallies and processions.
Authorities have also increased monitoring of activities that could affect elderly people, children and patients, including loud music played through DJs and sound systems, firecrackers and fireworks late at night.
Police have given particular attention to preventing domestic violence, physical assaults and personal disputes during the festive period.
The public has been asked to immediately contact the nearest police station, fire department or relevant authority in the event of a fire, explosion or other accident. People have also been urged to help rescue injured individuals promptly and take them to the nearest health facility.
Anyone who notices the illegal sale, storage or use of firecrackers and explosives has been requested to report the activity through the police hotline 100.