Kathmandu District, Nepal
Event: Nepal Police confirm that a large political protest of approximately 5,000 people will rally at Santibatika (Peace Garden) located near Ratna Park in central Kathmandu on Monday, December 14, from 1200 hours to 1600 hours. While likely to be peaceful, traffic will be disrupted in the surrounding areas and there are opportunities for confrontation with Nepal Police.
All individuals and organizations are strongly advised to avoid Santibatika (Peace Garden) located near Ratna Park in central Kathmandu and surrounding areas. Should you find yourself in a large crowd or unexpected protest, you should attempt to depart the area immediately. If you are unable to leave this area during the protest, please immediately find a safe place to shelter. Crowds such as this one can be highly dynamic and shift direction with little notice.