Mahendra Highway
The present trouble in the Terai region is mainly on the eastern half of the Mahendra Highway. At present the Maoists are observing a ceasefire and have joined the government in Kathmandu.
The present trouble in the east is between the local ethnic community and the Kathmandu-based political parties and the Maoists.
The local caste and ethnic community in the terai: The Madhesis, who want a bigger say in the running of the central government in Kathmandu and more control of running their local community down on the plains.
I would have no problem riding the western half of the Terai (ask as you go along). If you come across police, army or anyone else on the road open up your helmet, slow down, be nice, and say Namaste! - has worked for 16 years for me.
Stay at The Forest Hideaway Cottages which are not bad in Bardia National Park, and when u get to Pokhara The Butterfly Lodge has an excellent secluded garden... and both are cheap!
Crazy Scot & The Brooklyn Babe
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