BHAIRAHWA: The CPN-UML Rupandehi unit staged a protest in front of the District Administration Office on Sunday, opposing the arrest of party Chair KP Sharma Oli and former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak.
Party leaders and cadres gathered at the administration office and submitted a memorandum to the government through the Chief District Officer.
During the submission, demonstrators chanted slogans, strongly condemning the arrests. The party described the move as vindictive, biased, and unlawful, alleging that it undermines democratic values and the rule of law. It also warned that such actions could push the country toward conflict.
Speaking at the program, leaders demanded an impartial investigation into the incidents that occurred on September 8 and 9, 2025. They called for the report prepared under the leadership of Gauri Bahadur Karki to be scrapped, terming it biased.
The party further demanded a fair investigation into acts of vandalism, arson, and looting during the protests, and called for legal action against all those involved. It also stressed the need for a serious probe into the alleged involvement of various non-governmental organizations.
UML has demanded the immediate release of Chair Oli and leader Lekhak, warning of further protests if their demands are not addressed.
Although the demonstration remained peaceful, slogan chanting created a tense atmosphere in the area for some time.
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