UML hits the streets demanding party chair Oli’s release
Summary
CPN-UML cadres protested nationwide demanding the release of party chair KP Sharma Oli following his arrest, resulting in clashes with police in Kathmandu.
Key Points
- CPN-UML has launched a nationwide agitation demanding the release of party chair KP Sharma Oli.
- Protesters clashed with police along the Babarmahal–Maitighar–Bijulibazar stretch, vandalizing road dividers and burning tires.
- Activists from the All Nepal National Free Students Union held a separate rally condemning Oli's arrest.
- Oli and former home minister Ramesh Lekhak were arrested over charges related to suppression of a protest in September.
