The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has advised Sri Lankans in Nepal to take precautions and remain indoors to protect themselves from possible attacks during the ongoing nationwide protests.
Issuing a notice, the Foreign Ministry said Sri Lankan Embassy officials can be contacted 24 hours a day via +977- 9851048653.
Sri Lankans in Nepal have been advised to keep a supply of water and dry food close at all times, as well as the necessary medication.
The Foreign Ministry further said that it continues to monitor the situation and is in touch with the Sri Lankan mission and some community leaders in Nepal.
Late on Monday night, the government of Nepal lifted a ban on social media, which had led to what the organisers call a Gen Z protest in the capital, Kathmandu, and other cities.
Nepal’s Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli resigned after three of his ministers earlier quit following deadly protests over alleged government corruption that killed 19 people.