Home minister quits, leaders hold prime minister responsible for 19 protesters’ deaths
Summary
Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak resigned following the deaths of 19 protesters in Nepal's deadliest crackdown, with Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli held responsible. The government formed a probe committee and imposed curfews amid ongoing unrest.
Key Points
- Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak resigned after 19 protesters died in Nepal's deadliest crackdown on Gen-Z protests.
- Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli blamed violence on infiltration during initially peaceful protests and offered condolences.
- A probe committee was formed to investigate the crackdown in Kathmandu and other cities, with curfews imposed nationwide.
- Seven foreign embassies and the UN called for restraint and respect for peaceful assembly following the violence.
