Gagan Thapa’s Chitwan reference revives memories of Congress’ 1962 armed rebellion
Summary
Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa highlighted the 1962 armed rebellion in Chitwan against the Panchayat regime, commemorating the sacrifices of 50 martyrs whose blood stained the soil during the fight for democracy.
Key Points
- Gagan Thapa reminded the public of the 1962 armed rebellion by Nepali Congress in Chitwan against the Panchayat system.
- Around 50 democratic insurgents, including leader Jagat Prakash Jung Shah, were killed in the brutal crackdown by King Mahendra's military forces.
- The rebellion involved capturing police stations and administrative offices in Chitwan before being suppressed by the Royal Nepal Army.
- The incident is a significant but often overlooked chapter in Nepali Congress’s history and the broader democratic struggle against the Panchayat regime.
