In a tragic turn of events, protests in Nepal advocating for the return of the monarchy have resulted in two deaths and numerous injuries as clashes between demonstrators and security forces erupt across Kathmandu.
Protests Escalate in Nepal Following Monarchy Calls, Two Dead
Protests Escalate in Nepal Following Monarchy Calls, Two Dead
Tensions flare as protestors demand the return of the monarchy in Nepal, leading to violence and casualties.
At least two individuals lost their lives and dozens faced injuries during protests in Nepal on Friday, which called for the monarchy's reinstatement. Supporters rallied for the return of Gyanendra Shah, the last king before the monarchy was abolished in favor of a republic in 2008. They are particularly advocating for a system that combines a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary democracy grounded in Hindu identity.
The fatalities confirmed by Dinesh Kumar Acharya, a spokesperson for the Nepali police, included a protestor struck by gunfire and a television journalist who succumbed after a building was set ablaze by protestors as he was documenting events. The violence left approximately 30 civilians and 40 police officers injured.
In response to the heightened unrest, the government has imposed a curfew in many areas of Kathmandu and deployed military forces to restore peace.
Pro-monarchist sentiments have surged in recent months, with demonstrators expressing frustration towards the current political leadership, accusing it of corruption and ineffective governance amid the country’s ongoing struggles with poverty and political instability.
