Mahottari issues 209 citizenship on mothers’ lineage in four months
▸ Part of: Mahottari DAO Issues 209 Citizenship Certificates Based on Mothers' Lineage
The District Administration Office in Mahottari issued 209 citizenship certificates based on mothers' lineage over the past four months. This follows a Cabinet decision from December 2025 to grant citizenship to children whose fathers' identities are unknown, with the decision published in the Nepal Gazette in January 2026. Chief District Officer Indra Dev Yadav confirmed that eligible children are receiving citizenship by descent after completing the required processes.
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