Protests in Nepal culminated in violence on Friday, resulting in two fatalities and numerous injuries as demonstrators called for the reinstatement of the monarchy led by Gyanendra Shah. The protests were fueled by frustrations over corruption and poor governance from current political parties. A curfew was enacted in Kathmandu as the government sought to restore order amid rising tensions. The demonstrators advocate for a constitutional monarchy that aligns Nepal’s governance with a Hindu identity, reflecting a significant shift in Nepal's political landscape since the monarchy's dissolution in 2008.
The protests erupted over calls to restore the monarchy in Nepal, with demonstrators demanding the return of Gyanendra Shah and advocating for a constitutional monarchy.
Two people died, including a protester from gunfire and a journalist, who was caught in a building fire, highlighting the unrest's deadly consequences.
In response to violent clashes in Kathmandu, the government imposed a curfew and mobilized the army to restore order amid growing pro-monarchy agitation.
Pro-monarchists blame the current political leadership for corruption and inadequate governance, fueling discontent and reviving calls for a Hindu identity within a parliamentary democracy.
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