New Delhi: Nepal’s former Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli was arrested on Saturday in connection with the violent crackdown on anti-corruption Gen Z protests that took place in September last year.
The arrest came just a day after Balendra Shah was sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Nepal.Police took Oli into custody from his residence in Gundu, Bhaktapur.
His former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak was also arrested from Suryabinayak (or Katunje) area in Bhaktapur early in the morning. Royal Enfield New Classis 350 Scale Model | 1: 12 | Rear-View Mirrors | Free Rolling Wheels | Steerable Handlebar | Working Rear Suspension and Side Stand | Commando Sand
According to the investigation report, at least 19 young protesters were killed on the first day due to police firing and violence.
Overall reports indicate that around 76 people died during the two days of unrest.The protests, which began as an anti-corruption movement, eventually led to the fall of the Oli government.Kathmandu Valley Police spokesperson Om Adhikari told AFP “They were arrested this morning. Amit Shah says Naxalism has been completely wiped out. New roadmap to free Bastar by Dec 2026
The process will proceed according to the law.”The arrests are based on the recommendations of the Gauri Bahadur Karki-led inquiry commission, which accused Oli and others of criminal negligence for failing to prevent the deaths of protesters.
Minutes after the arrest, the new Home Minister Sudan Gurung reacted on social media. Heavy security forces were deployed around Oli’s residence.Do not pay heed to rumours; There is no lockdown in the country, says Hardeep Singh Puri..!
His supporters clashed with police on a small scale. After the arrest, both Oli and Lekhak underwent medical check-ups and were taken to the Bhadrakali District Police Complex.