December 3, 2004
KATHMANDU: The Maoists have abducted over 1,500 civilians in 8 different VDCs of the far western district of Bajura since Sunday.
According to reports, villagers of Bachu, Bai, Sappta, Gotri, Kailashmadi, Kuldev, Ghandau, Manakot and Barhabisha VDCs have been forcibly taken to unknown destinations to impart Maoists training.
Maoists have been ordering the villagers to compulsorily provide them (Maoists) at least a member from each family as their fulltime worker, which has led villages to exodus.
Meanwhile, reports citing local administration, said that over 500 civilians have been leaving the district daily fearing Maoist abduction.