Protesters in Kathmandu face hardships due to rain (Photo Feature)
Summary
Protesters in Kathmandu faced hardships due to rain while staging a demonstration demanding an end to financial exploitation by microfinance institutions and banks. They continued their sit-in at Ratnapark after being halted by security forces.
Key Points
- Rain in Kathmandu increased difficulties for protesters lacking shelter during their demonstration.
- Approximately 900 people participated in the march organized by the Microfinance and Financial Exploitation Against Farmers and Laborers Movement Nepal.
- Protesters demanded abolishment of financial exploitation, including high interest rates and penalties by microfinance and financial institutions.
- Demonstrators halted at Shanti Batika after security forces prevented further movement and vowed to continue until their demands are met.
