Twenty-six persons were injured in a clash between police and locals protesting against the construction of a cable car in Pathibhara on Saturday. The clash took place at Baludanda, Kaflepati.
Among the injured, 21 are security personnel.
The protesters claimed that four persons were injured when police opened fire on them. According to them, among the injured, three are in critical condition.
Chief District Officer Netra Prasad Sharma said that the situation had become tense after the protesters pelted stones at the police.
The District Police Office has stated that the police have recovered three khukuris, a slingshot and other items from the protesters.
According to Deputy Superintendent of Armed Police Naresh Maharjan, various items were recovered during the search after receiving information that the protesters were armed.
Meanwhile, the Himalayan Construction Private Limited has proceeded with the cable car construction work with a place to complete the construction within 15 months.
The situation is now normal, according to the District Administration Office.
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