Kathmandu,,,,, Nepal – Family grief of protesters killed by police during violent protest Nepal Gathered in the capital on Thursday this week, expressing anger at the authorities and seeking information about the missing loved ones.
Family holds candlelight vigil outside hospital morgue Kathmandu And announced with Nepal Army officials seek justice.
Earlier Thursday, hundreds of people were crowded Nepal Main airports Kathmandu To escape from the country, the confusion about who ruled the Himalayan state was confused as violent protests overturned the country’s government.
The Ministry of Health said 34 people were killed and 1,368 were injured in protests Monday and Tuesday. They were triggered by a brief social media ban and have caused even more dissatisfaction with corruption and unemployment.
Nepal After two days of enormous protests plunged the president into flames and the government buildings, the Army took control of the capital on Tuesday night and forced the prime minister to resign and flee.
The losses of the dead and injuries have been increasing as reports circulated from other parts of the country.
“We need to fight for justice for the families we were killed, and we can’t remain silent anymore,” said Kamal Subedi, one of the night watchmen. He said his nephew was killed.
“We lost loved ones, but politics seemed to be prioritized, and no one even approached us, so now we are going to fight for justice for the honor they deserve.”
Protesters say they demanded their loved ones to receive state honors and were not interested in monetary compensation.
Bhol Bahadur Bishwokarma is looking for information about his brother, Santosh Bishwokarma, who was killed by police fire.
“We heard that the bodies were in the morgue here, but no one confirmed it, or what the physical condition and shape were. We couldn’t even see the bodies. We asked the government to address our concerns first,” he said.
In the capital, residents were rushing to buy rice, vegetables and meat earlier on Thursday, when the army briefly lifted a curfew. Armed soldiers are guarding the streets, inspecting vehicles and providing assistance to those in need.
Many people tried to leave the country after the airport reopened Wednesday night, with international flights resumed on Thursday.
“It was very difficult for us. We were just having trouble getting to the airport and getting back to the hotel Nepal“Farmer Raj Kumar Bika said he was trying to go to New Delhi to do business.
The last day of the important Indra Jatra Festival was also shortened by organizers, canceling the process of living goddesses Kathmandu. Hundreds of devotees were allowed in the old palace courtyard, but the living goddess was not taken out of her palace temple.
As the search for interim leaders continues, who will control the government.
When the protests prompted Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli to resign on Tuesday, the country’s ceremony, President Ram Chandra Poudel, asked him to lead the transitional government until a new government could be established. But Oli escaped from his official residence and his whereabouts are unknown.
Residents of the capital want to know who is in charge. “I feel like the election should be held soon and can be elected as a new leader in the work of the country,” said store owner Sanu Bohara. “After all, what we need is peace. I don’t think there should be much damage, but that’s already happening.”
Retired government official Anup Keshar Thapa, looking at the burnt official residence of ministers, said it was unclear who would lead the country and whether people would actually listen to them. “If the protests are going on in an organized way, then it’s clear who is leading it.”
Protest leaders meet with military officials at military headquarters Kathmandu Transitional leaders were discussed Wednesday.
Rehan Raj Dangal, the representative of the protesters, said his team proposed to military leaders that former chief justice Sushila Karki should lead the interim government. Kalki is the only woman to serve as chief justice Nepal Supreme Court. Other protesters opposed her appointment.
On Monday, a brief ban on social media platforms including Facebook, X and YouTube sparked demonstrations by thousands of protesters, which the government said failed to register with authorities and receive oversight.
Officers opened fire on protesters and clashed Tuesday, launching attacks on government buildings.
The social media ban was lifted on Tuesday, but the demonstrations continued, stirred by the deaths of about 34 protesters blamed the police.
The protests also rotate to reflect wider dissatisfaction. Many young people are angry at the “Nepo Kids” of political leaders who seem to enjoy a luxurious lifestyle and many advantages, while most youths struggle to find jobs.
The protesters are in the parliamentary building, where the president lives, the central secretariat has the central secretariat of the prime minister and key departments, as well as the prime minister’s official residence.
The architecture of Cantilpur publications, Nepal The largest media also suffered torch and damage. The car showroom is also targeted, burning down vehicles on the street.
“We were forced to go abroad because people like us have no future NepalAsmita Poudel said he was waiting for a flight to Dubai. “We will all stay in the country if we have the opportunity.” ”
The military rarely mobilizes NepalWhen the police lost control of the situation, the soldiers initially remained in the barracks. Security forces began mobilizing later on Tuesday, saying they were committed to protecting law and order.
Soldiers calmed their escape on Wednesday Kathmandu. Prisoners in the main prison overwhelmed the guards, set fire to burn the buildings and tried to escape. The soldiers opened fire into the air, arrested the escaped prisoners and transferred them to other prisons. No injuries.
