Archive · 20 Jun 2025
Nepal Lifts Protest Restrictions in Kathmandu
Nepal's government has stopped blocking protests in most parts of Kathmandu.
Before this, people couldn't protest, have sit-ins, or gather in certain areas of the city.
The restrictions began at the end of May and have now been removed.
Groups wanting the king back and a Hindu state were protesting, which caused problems for businesses and transport.
These groups have stopped their protests due to the rainy season.
This means people can now demonstrate again.
Nepal authorities have lifted restrictions on protests in Kathmandu.
The restrictions, imposed on May 31, prohibited demonstrations within the Ring Road areas.
The Kathmandu District Administrative Office issued the notice withdrawing the restrictions.
Pro-monarchist groups had protested before the restrictions.
The protests were disrupting business activities and transportation.
- Who
- Nepal authorities.
- What
- Restrictions on protests have been lifted in Kathmandu.
- When
- Restrictions were lifted effective June 19.
- Where
- Kathmandu, Nepal.
- Why
- The protests were disrupting business activities and transportation. Pro-monarchist groups have withdrawn protest programs due to monsoon.
Pro-Monarchy Supporters
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Monarchy vs. Current Government
Pro-Monarchy Supporters
They want the reinstatement of the monarchy and the establishment of a Hindu state.
Not Available
No opposing viewpoint was explicitly provided.
- Restriction Lifted
- June 19
- Original Restrictions Date
- May 31
- Location of Restrictions
- Kathmandu's Ring Road areas
- Groups Involved
- Pro-monarchist groups