Communal Riots Spread to Madhesh Province, Deaths Reported

Summary

Communal riots that began in Sunsari have spread to Madhesh Province, resulting in multiple deaths, including an 18-year-old student Ganesh Yadav, who was shot during a protest in Siraha.

Key Points
  • Communal riots initially erupted in Sunsari and spread to Madhesh Province.
  • Ganesh Yadav, an 18-year-old student from Siraha, was shot and killed by police during a protest.
  • Omprakash Mehta and Jayprakash Mehta died from gunshot wounds in Sunsari during communal disputes.
  • A 7-point agreement was reached between the government and Ganesh's family after his death.
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