After the deployment of the military to maintain order in Nepal, there were no further demonstrations in the capital, Kathmandu, on the 10th, and the situation has calmed down. Some shops in major commercial areas have reopened.
On the 9th, the Nepalese military released a statement condemning certain groups for “excessively exploiting the current difficult situation and causing serious damage to ordinary people and public property.” Since 10pm local time on the 9th, Nepalese soldiers have been patrolling the streets and have so far arrested 27 people suspected of looting.
Demonstrations broke out in Kathmandu and other places on the 8th and 9th. According to the latest data released by Nepal's Ministry of Health and Population, clashes and unrest during this period have resulted in 30 deaths and more than 1,000 injuries.
The Nepalese police said that about 13,500 prisoners escaped during the unrest nationwide. In addition, government institutions and residences of political figures in several places were set on fire by protesters.
In addition, Nepal’s Civil Aviation Authority stated that the international airport in the capital, Kathmandu, has resumed operations.
Protesters Nominate Former Chief Justice as Caretaker Prime Minister
Protesters in Nepal hope that former Chief Justice Karki will serve as the caretaker Prime Minister.
On the 10th, the Secretary of the Nepal Bar Association of the Supreme Court stated that the authorities have accepted consultations from the protesters on this matter.