The US State Department on Monday warned US citizens against travel to Nepal, saying that the Maoist Communist Party remains a danger despite having recently joined the Kathmandu government, AFP reported.
"The Department of State remains concerned about the security situation in Nepal and continues to urge American citizens contemplating a visit to Nepal to obtain updated security information before they travel," the US government said in a statement.
"Despite the signing of a comprehensive peace agreement by the government and Maoist insurgents and their entry into an interim government, Maoists continue to engage in violence, extortion, and abductions. Maoists freely roam the countryside and cities, sometimes openly bearing their weapons," it said.
"Given the nature, intensity and unpredictability of disturbances, American citizens are urged to exercise special caution during times when demonstrations are announced, avoid areas where demonstrations are occurring or crowds are forming, avoid road travel and maintain a low profile," the statement adds.
The statement reiterated that the US still considers the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) a terrorist organisation.
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