Summary
Nepal's former prime minister, KP Sharma Oli, was arrested for his alleged role in a violent protest crackdown last year that resulted in over 70 deaths. The protests were sparked by a ban on social media and fueled by public anger over corruption and economic issues. The arrest follows an investigation panel's recommendation as the new prime minister, Balen Shah, has taken office.
Key Facts
- KP Sharma Oli, Nepal's former prime minister, was arrested for alleged involvement in a deadly protest crackdown.
- The protests in September last year resulted in more than 70 deaths, many from police shootings.
- The protests began over a social media ban but grew due to public anger over corruption and economic problems.
- Ex-home minister Ramesh Lekhak was also arrested based on the investigation panel's findings.
- Balen Shah, a former rapper, recently became Nepal's new prime minister.
- Oli has denied the allegations and called them "character assassination."
- The police conducted the arrest following legal procedures, and Oli has not been officially charged.
- The families of those who died in the protests are seeking accountability for the violence.
