Kathmandu, Oct. 10 -- The Kathmandu District Administration Office has prohibited all forms of demonstrations, assemblies, and motorcycle rallies planned for Saturday, citing potential threats to peace and security.

The office issued the ban after receiving information that several groups, including the CPN-UML's youth wing, National Youth Association Nepal, were preparing to hold rallies and gatherings across the city on October 11. The Youth Association had announced a motorcycle rally at 1 pm on Saturday.

In a notice issued on Friday, Chief District Officer Ishwarraj Paudel said, "Different groups have informed that they plan to organise motorcycle rallies and assemblies in various parts of Kathmandu district on Saturday. This office...