Situation of Nepal relatively peaceful: UNMIN

United Nations Mission In Nepal (UNMIN) has said the situation is relatively peaceful across the country.
Releasing its second report on election situation today, the UNMIN also urged political parties to act immediately to end the cycle of violence and retaliation and respect the election code of conduct and human rights standards.

The report also said that the police should be allowed to carry out their duties without political interference and pressure from any quarter. "In the spirit of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement and the interim constitution, political leaders should stress their commitment to work together in partnership after the election." the report said. 

The UNMIN has also recommended Maoist army to end the repeated incidents of temporary departure from cantonments to participate in rallies or other election activities, as well as the use of uniformed personnel and perimeter security weapons from cantonments for the protection of leaders and events.