Nepal Observes People's Movement Day to Commemorate Restoration of Democracy
Summary
Nepal observes People's Movement Day to mark the restoration of democracy and the end of the 30-year Panchayat regime in 2046 BS.
Key Points
- Nepal is observing People's Movement Day to commemorate the restoration of democracy.
- The day marks the end of the 30-year Panchayat regime established by King Mahendra.
- The Panchayat system ended on 2046 Chaitra 26 BS following a joint people's movement by Nepali Congress and the Left Front.
- The people’s movement led by Ganesh Man Singh lasted 50 days, leading to the reinstatement of multi-party governance.
- King Birendra announced the restoration of the multi-party system on 2046 Chaitra 26 BS.
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