The BRICS TimesKP Sharma Oli resigned following two days of unrest sparked by a social media ban; protests widened, demanding regime change over corruption allegations
Security along the Indo-Nepal border was significantly reinforced on Tuesday after violent demonstrations erupted in Nepal, leading Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli to step down.
The resignation followed two days of escalating violence that began over a withdrawn social media ban but soon transformed into widespread protests demanding accountability over corruption charges.
According to ANI, heavy deployment of police and paramilitary forces was observed at Panitanki in West Bengal’s Darjeeling district. Trade movement slowed as several trucks were left waiting at the border. Superintendent of Police Praveen Parkash said, “A police post has been set up here with deployment of force. We are on alert mode and monitoring the situation.”
He further stated, “There’s no information about anyone being stuck.”
Authorities in Uttar Pradesh and other Indian states sharing borders with Nepal also issued similar alerts to prevent any unrest from spilling across.
Earlier in the day, the Indian foreign ministry urged nationals in Nepal to remain vigilant. Expressing grief over the loss of lives, the ministry emphasized the importance of dialogue and peaceful resolution. Its statement read, “As a close friend and neighbour, we hope that all concerned will excercise restraint and address any issues through peaceful means and dialogue. We have also taken note that authorities have imposed curfew in Kathmandu and several other cities of Nepal. Indian nationals in Nepal are advised to exercise caution and adhere to the steps and guidelines issued by the Nepali authorities.”
Air travel between the two nations was disrupted as unrest spread in Nepal’s capital. An Air India spokesperson confirmed cancellations: “In view of the current situation prevailing in Kathmandu, the following flights AI2231/2232, AI2219/2220 and AI217/218 operating on the Delhi-Kathmandu-Delhi route have been cancelled today.”
