Protest held against Ani Choying Drolma’s appointment as vice-chair of Lumbini Development Trust (Pictures)
Summary
A protest at Maitighar Mandala opposed the government’s appointment of singer Ani Choying Drolma as vice-chairperson of the Lumbini Development Trust. Demonstrators demanded an investigation into citizenship allegations and said the post should go to a candidate from the Tamang community if the claims are proven.
Key Points
- A demonstration was held at Maitighar Mandala in Kathmandu against Ani Choying Drolma’s appointment as vice-chairperson of the Lumbini Development Trust.
- Protesters demanded an investigation into allegations about Drolma’s citizenship and called for her appointment to be revoked if the claims are substantiated.
- The rally was organized by several groups, including the National Gen Z Citizens’ Campaign, Tamang Civil Society, and the Gumba Bihar Conservation Trust.
- Earlier, Akram Khan of the Save Lumbini Campaign also demanded revocation of the appointment and an inquiry into funds received from abroad and other alleged irregularities.
