Rather than lay the ground for negotiations, the government is preparing to mobilise the army. This may backfire in the long run.

A former unnamed general feels that this will only lead to bloodbath and chaos. People from all walks of life feel that negotiations are the only way out. But on the contrary, the prime minister is preparing for battle.

At its meeting on 25 September the cabinet agreed to mobilise the army to suppress the rebels. It is estimated that 1,000 rebels attacked Dunai and fought for almost 6 hours.

After looting the bank, the rebels said they had succeeded in their mission, the village folk were their brothers and sisters and that their battle was only against the government.

In Lamjung eight policemen were killed and guns and ammunition were looted. The local police station, the ranger post and the bank were destroyed. One reason for the attack on the village was to retaliate against the rape and murder of a Maoist worker.