There has been reports of a clash between security forces and Maoists at Chandranigahapur of Rautahat district on the Mahendra Highway on Friday morning.

The clash took place at around 9 a.m. in the morning after the Maoists opened fire at a regular patrol of the unified security forces. The Maoists were trying to plant an ambush targeting the security forces when they reached there.

According to the Royal Nepalese Army, some causalities on the rebels’ side are suspected. Security forces have started search operations in the area.

Further details are awaited.