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There is a possibility of light rain and snowfall with thunder and lightning at a few places in the mountainous region of Koshi and Gandaki Provinces, and at one or two places in the mountainous regions of the remaining provinces today.

Light rain with thunder and lightning is also likely at one or two places in the hilly regions of Koshi and Gandaki Provinces, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division. In addition, mist is likely during the morning hours at some places in the Tarai. 

The weather in the mountainous Himalayan region of the country will be generally cloudy today and partly cloudy in the Hilly. The weather in the Tarai region will remain mainly fair.

Later tonight, haze is likely at a few places in the Tarai region. 

Weather in the mountainous region of Koshi, Gandaki, and Karnali Provinces will be generally cloudy. 

Similarly, weather in the hilly region of Koshi and Gandaki Provinces, along with the remaining mountainous region, will be partly cloudy, while it will be mainly fair in the remaining region. 

In addition, there is a possibility of light rain and snowfall with thunder and lightning at one or two places in the mountainous region of Koshi, Gandaki, and Karnali Provinces.

Meteorological Analysis by the Division states that at present there is some influence of westerly winds in the country.

The District Administration Office (DAO), Kathmandu has urged the public to maintain peace and order and be mindful about the upcoming elections while celebrating Holi festival.

The elections to the House of Representatives is scheduled on March 5 while the Holi, festival of colours, in the hilly area is on March 2 and in Tarai region on March 3. 

Issuing a notice today, the DAO, Kathmandu also appealed to the people to not organize  huge gatherings, organize celebratory programs on streets and sell and distribute alcohol in public places during the Holi. 

The local administration clarified that celebrating Holi culturally and religiously within the premises of one's house with family and friends will not be restricted. 

The DAO, Kathmandu has urged full compliance with the Election Code of Conduct enforced by the Election Commission of Nepal in view of the upcoming elections. 

The notice issued by Assistant Chief District Officer, Muktiram Rijal, states that it is prohibited to use election candidates' election symbols, flags, stickers or any materials displaying symbols, including caps, t-shirts, jackets, bags or other items during rallies, mass gatherings or election campaign related activities.

The administration has requested the public not to engage in activities that violate the Election Code of Conduct by using such materials. 

The notice also warns that forcibly throwing colours or splashing water on someone against their will, consuming alcohol and disrupting public order, creating excessive noise and engaging in any unruly activities are considered unlawful.

Four hundred and eighty-one firearms (guns) have been handed to the district administration in Madhes Province, in response to the notice issued targeting the House of Representatives elections.

According to the Madhesh Province Police Office, Janakpurdham, weapons have been received in that number to date following the notice issued by the district administration offices under the province to conduct the election in a free and fearless environment.

Although there are records that various individuals in eight districts in the Province have obtained 2,531 licensed firearms, the office has stated that only 481 have been received so far. There are still 2,050 firearms remaining to be surrendered.

The local administration had issued a notice to surrender weapons to the nearest police unit or district police office.

The viral fever outbreak has affected lives at Narkhaji Village in Khatyad Rural Municipality-9 of Mugu district.

The fever outbreak that began on February 19 spread quickly across four settlements, impacting children and the elderly. 

According to locals, the entire village has been affected, raising serious health concerns.

According to Khem Rokaya, around 400 people are currently ill.

A medical team from the Primary Health Center Ratapani visited the village and examined around 300 patients till February 24.

Only one health worker is currently stationed at the Narkhaji Health Post​​​​​​​.

Amar BK, in-charge of the health post, said that more than 20 patients are seeking treatment daily. The facility, however, has run out of medicines due to the sharp rise in demand, he added. 

Dr Bikash Dhital from Ratapani said 50 people have been vaccinated and warned that the situation could worsen if medicines and manpower are not managed on time.

Health workers warn that the fever could spread to neighboring settlements if immediate measures are not taken.

Meanwhile, with the House of Representatives elections slated for March 5, candidates from various political parties have been visiting the village to campaign.

However, locals complain that no concrete steps have been taken to address the shortage of medicines and health staff.

Officials from the rural municipality said that more medicines are being sent from Nepalgunj while the District Hospital Mugu stated that it can provide further medical supplies once a formal request is submitted.