Social media campaign demands arrest of Oli and Lekhak

Summary

A social media campaign demands the arrest of former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and ex-Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak over their alleged role in the suppression of the Gen Z movement protests in Nepal, which resulted in 72 deaths and significant destruction.

Key Points
  • A social media campaign demands the arrest of UML Chairman and former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak.
  • The campaign accuses them of responsibility for the suppression of the Gen Z movement that caused 72 deaths nationwide.
  • During the protests, police shootings in parliament killed 19 people and widespread destruction occurred, including fires at key government buildings.
  • Oli was forced to resign after the protests and his passport along with those of others including Lekhak have been suspended.
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