Unknown assailants have vandalized the Nepal Telecom tower in Sigas Rural Municipality-1 Jukepani, Baitadi. Ward Chairperson Ramchandra Aire reported that the tower, located a three-hour walk from Gajari market, was damaged by the unknown assailants. He also noted that the server equipment of the Agricultural Development Bank kept in the tower was also damaged during the incident. When the bank’s internet stopped working on August 31, employees went to check the tower and found out about the vandalization.
Inspector Khem Bikram KC of the District Police Office, Baitadi, reported that the police team was sent to the scene upon receiving information about the incident on the morning of September 4. Additionally, the Agriculture Development Bank of Gajari has issued a notice highlighting their inability to provide services due to the internet service shutdown. The police reported that the investigation is ongoing, as the individuals responsible for the incident have not yet been identified.