Curfew in many areas of nepal: On Friday (March 28, 2025), there were violent clashes between supporters and security forces in Nepal’s capital Kathmandu. After the situation deteriorated, the administration imposed curfew in Tinkun, Sinamangal and Koteshwar areas. Nepal-Tribhuvan International Airport has been closed till 10 pm tonight.
According to local media, the violence increased when the protesters broke the security cordon and started stone pelting on the police. In response, the security forces fired tear gas shells to disperse the crowd. Meanwhile, the protesters set fire to a business complex, shopping mall, a political party headquarters and a media house building. More than 12 police officers have been injured in this violent incident, while many protesters have been detained.
Thousands of protesters rally on the streets
In fact, thousands of monarchy supporters participated in this demonstration on Friday (March 28, 2025). The performance was led by the National Democracy Party (RPP) and other monarchy groups mainly. The protesters were waving Nepal’s national flags and had pictures of former King Gyanendra Shah in their hands. They were shouting slogans like “King Come, Save the Desh” and “We want the monarchy back”. In view of the stressful atmosphere, the administration has deployed special security forces.
Increasing demand for restoration of monarchy in Nepal
Nepal ended its 240 -year -old monarchy under a parliamentary announcement in 2008 and converted the country into a federal, democratic republic. However, in recent months some groups are again demanding restoration of monarchy. This demand intensified when former King Gyanendra Shah appealed for public support by releasing a video message on Democracy Day on 19 February.
Curfew order of Nepal Government
In view of the situation, Kathmandu, the Ministry of Home Affairs of the Nepal government and the District Administration Office, issued an order to impose curfew. Time: From 3:25 pm to 10:00 pm, any kind of gathering, procession, demonstrations, picketing and movement have been banned within the four -kilometer radius of Kathmandu Municipal Corporation.
Restricted area:
From Gaushala to Tribhuvan International Airport, Maithidhara, Tinkuna, Koteshwar
Koteshwar to Jadibuti Bridge and Balumari Bridge
Shankhamul bridge from Baneshwar intersection
Naya Baneshwar Chowk from Gaushala intersection
Security link, Nepali army deployed
After the clash, the deployment of Nepali army has been started on the streets of Kathmandu. The administration and security forces are engaged in controlling the situation, while the situation remains tense due to the increase in the number of protesters.
Why is the demand for restoration of monarchy in Nepal increasing?
In 2008, Nepal established a secular, federal, democratic republic by ending the monarchy by Parliament. However, the demand for the return of the monarchy in recent months has intensified. The main reason for this is that former King Gyanndra Shah’s appeal to support from the people is being considered, which he released on 19 February on the occasion of Democracy Day.
Former King Gyanndra’s growing public support
Earlier this month, when the former King Gyanndra returned from a religious journey, thousands of supporters gave him a grand welcome at Tribhuvan International Airport. The protesters raised slogans like “King come back, save the country” and “We want monarchy”. Some supporters also displayed pictures of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath with Gyanndra, which further emphasizes the demand of Hindu nation in Nepal.
Wave of monarchy support in Nepal
According to political analysts, the demand for restoration of Hindu monarchy in Nepal is now taking the form of a strong movement. The main reason for this is the increasing resentment among the public over corruption, economic decline and political instability in the country. Since 2008, more than 13 governments have changed in Nepal, but political stability did not come. A large section of the people believes that the country was more stable and organized under the monarchy regime.
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