Thousands in Nepal want monarchy back as public frustration with politics grows
Thousands in Nepal want monarchy back as public frustration with politics grows
Thousands of supporters have greeted Nepalβs former king in capital Kathmandu and demanded his abolished monarchy be reinstated and Hinduism brought back as a state religion
Author: BINAJ GURUBACHARYA Associated Press, ABC News
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Published on: 09/03/2025 | 12:41:48
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An estimated 10,000 supporters blocked the main entrance to Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport. Passengers were forced to walk to and from the airport and there was no violence. Many Nepalis have grown frustrated with the republic, saying it has failed to bring about political stability. Gyanendra became the king in 2002 after his brother and family were massacred in the palace. He ruled as the constitutional head of state without executive or political powers until 2005.
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