UML steps up nationwide agitation, accuses government of ‘vendetta’

Summary

The Communist Party of Nepal (UML) has announced a phased nationwide agitation campaign accusing the government of political vendetta following the arrest of its leaders.

Key Points
  • The Communist Party of Nepal (UML) has intensified protests accusing the government of political vendetta.
  • UML plans a phased nationwide agitation from ward to central level starting April 8.
  • The party's strategy includes district-level cadre meetings, local protests, province-level demonstrations, and a major rally in Kathmandu.
  • The agitation escalates after the arrest of former PM K. P. Sharma Oli and former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak.
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