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NEPAL IN CRISIS: ARMY PATROLS CAPITAL AS CALLS GROW FOR INTERIM LEADERSHIP


NEPAL IN CRISIS: ARMY PATROLS CAPITAL AS CALLS GROW FOR INTERIM LEADERSHIP

Nepal is experiencing its deadliest unrest in years after two consecutive days of violent anti-corruption protests that erupted in Kathmandu on September 8–9, 2025. The government responded with an indefinite curfew, while soldiers now patrol the capital and guard key institutions, including parliament.

The demonstrations, triggered by anger over corruption and intensified by a controversial social media ban, spiraled into chaos. Protesters torched government offices, media houses, and private residences, leaving more than 25 people dead and hundreds injured. Streets remain deserted under strict curfew orders as the army tries to restore order.

Amid the violence, Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli resigned, deepening the political crisis. Protesters and civil society leaders are now demanding a civilian-led interim government to bring stability. Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki has emerged as a strong candidate to lead the transition, with many seeing her as capable of guiding Nepal toward accountability and peace.
The unrest has also led to widespread disruptions. Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport, closed for two days due to smoke from fires started during the protests, has reopened, and flight operations are gradually returning to normal. However, the situation remains volatile, and authorities continue to urge the public to cooperate and maintain calm.

International reactions have been swift. India has deployed Air Force aircraft to evacuate over 400 of its citizens stranded in Nepal, and the Chinese government has called for the restoration of social order and the protection of its nationals.

As the country grapples with this crisis, the demand for systemic reforms grows louder. The youth-led movement, fueled by frustration over corruption and lack of opportunities, has ignited a nationwide call for change. The coming days will be crucial in determining Nepal's path forward.

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