There are reports of minor skirmishes between the security forces and Maoist rebels in the eastern district of Dhankuta.

According to the Directorate of Public Relations of the Royal Nepalese Army, clashes took place between the security forces that were in patrol and the Maoist rebels at Hattisar and Tukre jungle areas of the district Monday morning.

There were no reports of casualties on either side.

Officials at the DPR said a search is underway in the area.