Wife of Former Prime Minister of Nepal Injured in Attack During Protests

Written by Sara Aquino

Published on 09/09/2025 at 15:11

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The political crisis in Nepal reached a dramatic level this Tuesday (09/09/2025), when protesters set fire to the house of former Prime Minister Jhala Nath Khanal, leaving his wife, Ravi Laxmi Chitrakar, seriously injured.

According to the newspaper The New York Times, the woman was rescued by the army and taken to a hospital, where she remains under treatment.

The incident is part of a wave of protests that swept the country after the blockade of social media and accusations of corruption against the government.

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The Spark Of The Protests In Nepal

The demonstrations began on Monday (08/09/2025), in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. Young people gathered in front of Parliament to protest against the government’s decision to restrict the use of platforms like Facebook and Instagram.

The event gained momentum with the slogan: “Block The Corruption, Not The Social Media”.

However, the police repression increased the tension. At least 19 people died when officers opened fire on the crowd, and more than 100 were injured.

The violence generated a surge of popular outrage, which quickly spread to various regions of the country.

Prime Minister’s Resignation Did Not Contain The Outrage

Pressured by the crisis, then Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli announced his resignation this Tuesday (09/09/2025).

The decision, according to him, aimed to create space for a political solution. However, the gesture failed to calm the protesters.

Parliament was invaded and set on fire, as well as the homes of officials, including that of the current prime minister.

Luxury hotels and two airports were also attacked, while Kathmandu’s main airport had to be closed due to smoke from the fires.

Images circulating on social media show civilians armed with assault rifles in the streets, as well as security vehicles and ambulances being targeted.

Army Assumes Control And Imposes Curfew

In light of the chaotic scenario, the Nepalese army announced that it would take responsibility for security and public order starting at 10 PM local time.

The government issued a curfew in strategic areas of the capital, such as the presidential residence and the prime minister’s office.

Furthermore, the Ministry of Health made an appeal for the population to donate blood, due to the high number of injured in hospitals. Authorities also called for an immediate end to acts of vandalism and arson.

Political And Social Crisis Deepens

President Ram Chandra Paudel officially accepted Oli’s resignation and initiated the process of choosing a new leader.

However, analysts point out that Nepal is facing the worst political crisis since the end of the monarchy in 2008.

The instability adds to a delicate economic situation. Young people are dissatisfied with the lack of job opportunities, leading millions of Nepalis to seek work in countries like South Korea, Malaysia, and the Middle East, mainly in construction sites.

The remittances from these workers have been one of the main sources of income for families.

The Blockade Of Social Media As A Catalyst

The blockade of social media imposed by the government was the spark that ignited the protests. Authorities claimed that the platforms did not cooperate with Justice to combat fraud, false identities, and the spread of hate speech.

For the protesters, however, the measure was viewed as an attack on freedom of expression amid allegations of corruption against politicians.

The result was an explosion of discontent that quickly turned into widespread violence.

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Wife of Former Prime Minister of Nepal Injured in Attack During Protests

The Spark Of The Protests In Nepal

Prime Minister’s Resignation Did Not Contain The Outrage

Army Assumes Control And Imposes Curfew

Political And Social Crisis Deepens

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Wife of Former Prime Minister of Nepal Injured in Attack During Protests

Protests In Nepal Resulted In Fires, Dead And Injured After The Blockade Of Social Media. Army Assumes Control Of The Country.

The Spark Of The Protests In Nepal

Prime Minister’s Resignation Did Not Contain The Outrage

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