Nepal, June 16 -- Within a month, the lock-in period for the shares held by founders, project-affected locals, and employees of five hydropower companies will come to an end.

From the day after the lock-in period expires, these shares will be traded like ordinary shares at the prevailing market price. This may lead to an increase in the number of shares in circulation, which poses the risk of a price decline. Considering this risk, companies have been issuing public notices one month in advance, as per the directive of the regulatory body, the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON).

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The lock-in period is set to end within Asar month (mid-June to mid-July) for shares of ...