Embassy Advises Nepalese in Kyrgyzstan to Stay Indoors Amid Mob Violence in Bishkek

Nepalese living in Kyrgyzstan have been advised to exercise caution and remain indoors until the situation stabilizes. This advisory follows reports of mob violence targeting foreign students in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan.

The Embassy of Nepal in Islamabad, Pakistan, has confirmed that the approximately 280 Nepalis residing in and around Bishkek are reported to be safe. For information and support, the Embassy can be contacted via phone at +92512610321 (including WhatsApp) and email at eonislamabad@mofa.gov.np.

The Kyrgyz foreign ministry has assured that the situation is under control. In a statement on Saturday, the ministry said, “From the moment information about the incident was received, law enforcement agencies of the Kyrgyz Republic took prompt measures to detain persons involved in the event, both foreign citizens and citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic.”