KATHMANDU, April 20 -- Authorities in Kathmandu have tightened security ahead of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP)'s protest today to prevent any repeat of the deadly Tinkune violence that erupted last month. Police have increased deployment in sensitive and restricted zones, including Singha Durbar, the Parliament building, Maitighar Mandala, Baluwatar, and the President's Office.

Under the leadership of party chairperson Rajendra Lingden, the RPP is staging a protest at Bijuli Bazaar. Anticipating possible unrest, the Kathmandu Valley Police Office has reinforced security and warned against any attempt to breach prohibited areas. Officers are on standby to use force if protesters defy the restrictions. Police have also introduced al...