The people of Nepal are grappling with rampant corruption, rising unemployment, and political instability due to frequent coups. In response, a strong public demand for the reinstatement of the monarchy and the establishment of a ‘Hindu Rashtra’ emerged.
Muslim population has increased by a large number at Indo-Nepal border and their nuisance is evident. India should take stern action against it.
Two people, including a journalist, were killed in violence in Nepal last month. The violence took place during a demand to restore monarchy in Nepal.
Durga Prasai, who was the convener of Friday’s agitation, had met Gyanendra Shah a day before and received instructions to stage the agitation demanding the reinstatement of monarchy and a Hindu state.
A large-scale protest erupted in Kathmandu, Nepal, as thousands of Hindus took to the streets demanding the reinstatement of the monarchy and the declaration of Nepal as a Hindu Rashtra.
On 28thMarch the supporters of monarchy and supporters of National Democratic Party have planned rally as a show of strength.
There is a strong movement favouring Hindu monarchy in Nepal, where a popular movement, which many believe was backed by China, brought end to Gyanendra’s rule in 2006.
An investigation should also determine whether only the US was involved in this funding or if China played a role as well. Additionally, the extent of China’s interference in Nepal must be thoroughly investigated !
Buildings have crumbled and infrastructures badly damaged in the quake. Rescue workers are pulling people out of the rubble as the rescue mission is on with the help of drones and other equipment.
Nepal cannot be audacious unless it has surreptitious support of China. Nepal should not take such suicidal step in its own interest.