The rise and fall of Nepal strongman KP Sharma Oli
Former Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has been arrested over his alleged role in last year's deadly Gen Z protests. The arrest comes after a high-level investigation panel recommended action against several top officials over the violent anti-corruption protests.
Former Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli was arrested from his residence in Gundu, Bhaktapur. He is accused of being involved in last year's deadly Gen Z protests that led to the collapse of his government. More than 70 people were killed during the unrest. The protests began as a response to a brief ban on social media but turned into a massive youth-led movement against corruption and economic hardships. The violence spread across the country, with demonstrators setting fire to parliament buildings and government offices. Oli's arrest came a day after Balendra Shah took oath as Nepal's new Prime Minister. Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak was also arrested in connection with the same case. The new government has promised to deliver justice, with Home Affairs Minister Sudan Gurung stating that no one is above the law.
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