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A year on, Nepal remembers 76 lives lost in protests that ousted government
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A year on, Nepal remembers 76 lives lost in protests that ousted government

A year after violent anti-corruption protests led to the ousting of Nepal's government, citizens gathered at the burned-out parliament building to commemorate the 76 lives lost during the demonstrations. The protests, which began as a reaction to a temporary social media ban, evolved into broader outrage over economic issues, corruption, and political stagnation. The unrest resulted in the destruction of several government buildings and the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. It paved the way for the election of younger leader Balendra Shah in March. Protester Aastha Shrestha acknowledged the tragedy but expressed belief that the political changes were justified.

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A year on, Nepal remembers 76 lives lost in protests that ousted government

A year after violent anti-corruption protests led to the ousting of Nepal's government, citizens gathered at the burned-out parliament building to commemorate the 76 lives lost during the demonstrations. The protests, which began as a reaction to a temporary social media ban, evolved into broader outrage over economic issues, corruption, and political stagnation. The unrest resulted in the destruction of several government buildings and the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. It paved the way for the election of younger leader Balendra Shah in March. Protester Aastha Shrestha acknowledged the tragedy but expressed belief that the political changes were justified.

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