In brief
At least two individuals have reportedly lost their lives, and many others have sustained injuries during a protest in Nepal, where demonstrators are demanding the reinstatement of the monarchy that was abolished in 2008. The protests were ignited by proponents of Gyanendra Shah, the last reigning monarch, advocating for a constitutional monarchy that emphasizes a parliamentary democracy intertwined with Hindu values.
Authorities confirmed the deaths of a protester, shot during the unrest, and a journalist, who perished amidst a building blaze ignited by protest actions. The rising violence during these protests resulted in the government enforcing a curfew in several areas of Kathmandu and deploying military personnel to restore order. Discontent among monarchists has been growing, as they criticize the current leadership for its alleged corruption and inability to navigate the nation through its ongoing socioeconomic challenges. In recent months, pro-monarchist demonstrations have become more frequent amid rising dissatisfaction with political parties, including Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli's administration, leading to an increase in tensions across the nation.
