There are reports of explosions in the far-western town of Dhangadhi Wednesday night.

According to reports, Maoist rebels and security personnel exchanged fire at Campus chowk in the town. There were no reports of casualties.

Security sources said the situation was under control.

The rebels also caused explosions at the house of two mayoral candidates in Tikapur municipality in Kailali district last night.

Details are still awaited.