Kathmandu, March 27 -- The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has appealed to the organisers of Friday's protests to ensure that the demonstrations remain peaceful.

In a statement issued on Thursday, the commission called on the Socialist Front and pro-monarchy groups to maintain peace during their separate protests.

The NHRC expressed concern over the possibility of clashes between the two sides, warning that such confrontations could pose challenges to public peace and security.

The commission also held discussions on security arrangements in the Kathmandu Valley with district administration officials, district police chiefs, and representatives from the Nepal Police's human rights cell.

During these discussions, security offic...