Nepal's UDMF confirms to end blockade

Nepal's agitating United Democratic Madhesi Front has decided to end the blockade three days after obstructions at the Birgunj-Raxaul Nepal-India border point were removed.

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Top leaders of the UDMF constituents reportedly held a meeting in Kathmandu today and decided to postpone the four-and-half-month border blockade, general shutdown and obstructions at government offices.

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The UDMF, however, was under immense pressure to end the blockade not only from members of the public, but also from their own leaders and cadres, reports The Himalayan Times.

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The agitating alliance has decided to continue other forms of protest besides the blockade and shutdown.

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It has also decided to join hands with other parties and alliances to intensify the protests.

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The UDMF has announced only three protest programmes including a torch rally, a lathi rally and a people's vote collection campaign in district headquarters.