Political Turmoil in Nepal : PM Oli Resigns, Parliament Burns Down, Protest against Corruption Intensifies

Amid escalating anti-government protests in Kathmandu, demonstrators have vandalized several media institutions, including setting fire to the Kantipur television station. The unrest comes a day after Kantipur TV journalist Shyam Shrestha was reportedly injured by rubber bullets during a protest at Baneshwar.

In response to the deteriorating situation, India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued a travel advisory for Indian citizens, urging those planning to visit Nepal to postpone their trips until conditions stabilize. Indians currently in Nepal are advised to remain indoors, avoid crowded areas, and follow safety instructions issued by local authorities and the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu.

Protesters in Bhaktapur took to the streets in a show of anger and defiance, celebrating and dancing after setting fire to the private residence of former Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli. The incident occurred shortly after Oli resigned earlier in the day, following the escalating demonstrations against his government. The unrest highlights the widespread frustration among citizens over political instability and governance challenges in the country.

Amid anti-government protests, the Supreme Court in Kathmandu, Nepal, has been set on fire.

Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel has accepted the resignation of Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli, a presidential aide said. The President has also initiated the process of appointing a new leader following Oli’s exit.

Protesters in Nepal set the Parliament building on fire. Videos show the complex engulfed in flames after demonstrators torched the premises

Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned, citing the worsening situation in the country. He has reportedly said that he stepped down from his position to pave the way for a solution and to help address the crisis through "political means".

Security at the India-Nepal border in West Bengal has been heightened amid the escalating crisis caused by violent protests led by Gen Z.

Amid massive anti-government protests across the country, Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned on Tuesday, his aide Prakash Silwal confirmed. His resignation came shortly after hundreds of demonstrators stormed his office, chanting anti-government slogans.

Due to rising tension in the country, all flights at Tribhuvan International Airport have been cancelled, and the airport in Kathmandu has been partially closed.

Gen Z protestors set fire to the Nepali Congress Party office in Sanepa, Nepal on Tuesday. The ongoing protest, led by Gen Z against systemic corruption, escalated after more than 20 deaths and over 100 casualties were reported on 8 September 2025.

The protest further intensified as demonstrators began targeting the residences of political leaders with stone pelting and other violent acts. Protestors also attacked the residence of Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Paudel in Bhaisepati.