Explainer: What sparked the deadly clash at Kailali Prison
Summary
A deadly clash at overcrowded Kailali Prison in Nepal left one inmate dead and 48 injured, sparked by factional violence and poor administration. Security forces regained control after inmates threatened to explode gas cylinders.
Key Points
- A violent clash in overcrowded Kailali Prison killed one inmate and injured 48 others.
- Factional rivalries between inmate groups led by Jayendra Shah and Navin Rawal caused frequent unrest.
- Inmate Harish Singh Pali died under suspicious circumstances prior to the riot, with no thorough investigation.
- Prison officials were on leave during the crisis, and a new prison chief, Jalandhar Bhusal, was appointed to restore order.
