Nepal, Feb. 22 -- The local administration in Baitadi district has exercised stricter measures on the sales, distribution and transportation of alcoholic beverages in the district in view of the March 5 election to the House of Representatives.

The restrictions are enforced in the district to ensure that the upcoming election is conducted in a free, fair and fear-free environment.

According to Bhoj Lal Tharu, Administrative Officer at the District Administration Office, Baitadi, the sale and distribution of alcohol have been prohibited after 7:00 PM starting from February 21 until the election is over.

He said that the decision to tighten regulations on the sale, distribution and transportation of alcoholic beverages was made after ho...