KATHMANDU: Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki and controversial royalist Durga Prasai were escorted to the Army Headquarters under heavy security on Thursday, drawing large crowds of Gen-Z protesters and media personnel outside the gates.
Earlier in the day, a five-hour virtual meeting of Gen-Z participants reportedly decided to nominate Karki as the interim government’s Prime Minister. However, supporters of Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah and Dharan Mayor Harka Sampang also gathered outside the base, chanting slogans in favor of their preferred candidates.
Mayor Shah has since publicly expressed support for Karki, but tensions remain high as protesters outside continue to shout slogans.
Reports also indicate minor disputes between Indian media crews and local journalists covering the event. In response to the growing unrest, the Nepali Army has used loudspeakers to try to disperse the crowd.
The situation remains fluid, with security personnel maintaining a strong presence at the military base.
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