The Nepal government is facing widespread criticism after more than 20 people died so far during the Jan Ji protests against the ban on social media platforms across Nepal, including Kathmandu. Meanwhile, there is a stir in Nepal’s politics as well. In a party meeting held amid the protests, the Home Minister said – Unimaginable loss, I resign on moral grounds. Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli called an emergency cabinet meeting to discuss the unrest.
Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has informed Congress office bearers in a meeting that he is resigning on moral grounds. He said that Monday’s protest has resulted in unimaginable loss of life. According to sources, his resignation is likely to come today.
