Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli of Nepal stepped down on Tuesday after days of escalating unrest that left at least 19 people dead and triggered widespread violence across the country.
Oli’s resignation came shortly after demonstrators stormed his office in Kathmandu, shouting slogans against the government.
Earlier in the day, protesters had torched his private residence in Balkot, holding him responsible for the bloodshed during Monday’s clashes.
The violence was sparked by the government’s decision to ban social media platforms, a move that drew immediate outrage.
Following the deadly protests, authorities withdrew the ban late Monday night, but the anger on the streets continued to mount.
In Kathmandu and beyond, ruling party offices and government buildings were targeted.
Protesters vandalised the Nepali Congress headquarters in Sanepa and set fire to the CPN-UML office in Lalitpur’s Chyasal area.
Windows were smashed, stones were hurled, and properties destroyed as news of the fatalities spread.
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The situation forced Tribhuvan International Airport to shut down operations, while security forces resorted to tear gas to control the crowds.
Reports also suggested that a shoot-at-sight order had been issued by the government, further intensifying public fury.
As tensions gripped Nepal, India’s Ministry of External Affairs urged its citizens to avoid travel to the country and exercise caution.
The ministry said it was closely monitoring developments.
