Two civilians killed in blast

Two civilian women were killed and three others wounded when explosives left behind by suspected Maoists went off at Sitara Jaluke area in the western district of Arghakhanchi on Monday.

Reports quoting local security sources said the blast that occurred at a jungle in the area killed two local women, Sumitra Rajali Magar and Basanti Rajali Magar, on the spot.

Three injured persons including a child are undergoing treatment at Lumbini Zonal Hospital in Rupandehi, reports added.

Meanwhile, according to the Royal Nepalese Army, one Maoist militant was killed during a security action at Sijuwa area Monday afternoon. nepalnews.com mbk June 13 05

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