Monday, December 22nd, 2025

Youths stage anti-corruption protest in Kathmandu



KATHMANDU: A group of youths, led by Dr. Kamal Bhusal, staged a protest against corruption in Kathmandu on Saturday.

The protestors demanded that the government recover Rs 22 billion in dues owed to the Nepal Electricity Authority and investigate major corruption cases, including the Giribandu land scam and the Bhutanese refugee scandal.

Dr. Bhusal warned the government of potential civil unrest akin to that in Bangladesh if these issues are not addressed.

He also announced plans to intensify the protests and demonstrations starting Sunday.

Here are some pictures taken at New Baneshwor area on Sunday:

Publish Date : 31 August 2024 19:25 PM

PM Sushila Karki to consult parties, civil representatives on House election preparations

KATHMANDU: Prime Minister Sushila Karki is set to hold consultations

Gagan Thapa announces candidacy for Nepali Congress presidency in 15th general convention

KATHMANDU: Nepali Congress General Secretary Gagan Thapa has announced his

Pradeep Gyawali objects to Ishwar Pokhrel group’s separate meeting after UML general convention

KATHMANDU: CPN-UML leader Pradeep Gyawali has expressed strong objection to

Homeless families forced to live in tents for years in Kailali

KAILALI: Nawal Singh Gharti and his family have been living