Protests Erupt in Sunsari, Siraha Following Incident; Home Minister's Visit Delayed

Summary

Protests in Sunsari and Siraha erupted following the shooting death of 15-year-old Ganesh Yadav, with delays in the scheduled visit of Home Minister Sudhan Gurung to meet the victim's family.

Key Points
  • Protests erupted in Sunsari and Siraha due to a shooting incident resulting in the death of 15-year-old Ganesh Yadav.
  • Demonstrations in Siraha turned violent with vandalism, arson, and gunfire on the fourth day.
  • The Home Minister of Nepal, Sudhan Gurung, was scheduled to meet the victim's family but was delayed and had not arrived by late night.
  • Family and local leaders expressed disappointment and uncertainty about the Home Minister's visit and the whereabouts of the victim's body.
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