Nepal Rastriya Dainik
April 17, 2026 ,
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Passports of Oli and four others Suspended : Restricted from Leaving Valley

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Kathmandu – The judicial commission formed to investigate the human and material losses during the Jen Z protests on September 8 and 9 has recommended suspending the passports of former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and four others. The commission has also barred them from leaving the Kathmandu Valley without its approval.

In a letter to the government on Sunday, the commission led by Gauribahadur Karki stated that Oli, former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, former Home Secretary Gokarna Mani Duwadi, former Chief of National Investigation Department Hutaraj Thapa, and former Chief District Officer Chhabilal Rijal have been placed under investigation.

The commission’s decision letter said, “As these individuals are under investigation regarding the incidents of September 8 and 9, necessary action should be taken to restrict their foreign travel. Since they may be required to appear before the commission at any time, arrangements must also be made to prevent them from leaving the Valley without the commission’s consent.”

The commission has further requested the Home Ministry to provide additional experts and staff to make the investigation more effective.

Injured Gen-Z Protesters to receive ID Cards: 16 Dedicated Clinics set up Nationwide

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Kathmandu – The Ministry of Home Affairs has started distributing identity cards to those injured during the Gen-Z protests to ensure easier access to medical treatment. With these ID cards, injured individuals will be able to receive healthcare services more conveniently.

On Sunday, Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal personally distributed the cards to injured protesters at the National Trauma Center. From Monday, distribution will also take place through district administration offices across the country.

According to the ministry, 16 dedicated “Gen-Z Clinics” have been set up in hospitals across the Kathmandu Valley and other provinces to provide systematic follow-up care. In addition, free transportation to hospitals has been arranged, and if needed, the Health Ministry or respective hospitals will provide free ambulance services for follow-up visits.

A task force led by senior doctors will be formed to categorize the injured, with a final decision expected from the Cabinet meeting on Sunday. The ministry has also assigned focal persons in the hospitals to coordinate treatment.

Hospitals with Gen-Z Clinics:

  • Kathmandu Valley: Bir Hospital, National Trauma Center, Civil Service Hospital, Patan Academy of Health Sciences, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (Maharajgunj)
  • Koshi Province: BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (Dharan), Koshi Hospital (Biratnagar)
  • Madhesh Province: Narayani Hospital (Birgunj), Gajendra Narayan Singh Hospital (Saptari)
  • Bagmati Province: Bharatpur Hospital (Chitwan)
  • Gandaki Province: Pokhara Academy of Health Sciences
  • Lumbini Province: Bheri Hospital (Nepalgunj), Rapti Academy of Health Sciences (Ghorahi)
  • Karnali Province: Karnali Academy of Health Sciences (Jumla)
  • Sudurpaschim Province: Dadeldhura Hospital, Seti Zonal Hospital (Dhangadhi)

Taskforce formed to apprehend ecaped prisoners:10-Day ultimatum to return

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So far 8199 have returned, while 6354 remain at large

Kathmandu – The government has issued a 10-day ultimatum for prisoners who escaped during the recent “Gen Z protests” to return to jail, warning of legal action if they fail to comply.

The Ministry of Home Affairs announced a special campaign to locate, detain, and return the fugitives. For this, search and arrest taskforces have been formed in each district, led by Assistant Chief District Officers, with members from security agencies and other government bodies.

According to a press release from the Department of Prison Management, prisoners must return by Ashoj 20 (Monday). Those failing to do so will face punishment under existing laws.

The taskforces will coordinate with local administrations, security units, schools, campuses, transport hubs, bus parks, entertainment venues, and border points. The names of fugitives will be circulated, and public appeals will be made through media, social networks, and official channels. Anyone found sheltering or hiding escaped prisoners will also face action.

During the Gen Z protests, 14,553 prisoners and juveniles escaped from 28 prisons and 9 juvenile reform centers. So far, 8,199 have returned, while 6,354 remain at large, according to Department Director Chomendra Nyaupane.

Currently, 30,646 inmates are serving sentences in 75 prisons across 72 districts. Five districts—Dhanusha, Bara, Bhaktapur, Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta East), and Rukum East—do not have prisons.

The department said efforts are ongoing to restore damaged prison facilities and continue coordinated campaigns to bring back the remaining fugitives.

Nepal’s First Female Prime Minister: Sushila Karki

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Kathmandu – Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki, who had already made history as Nepal’s first female Chief Justice, has now become the country’s first female and 39th Prime Minister.

She was administered the oath of office today by President Ramchandra Paudel. Karki assumed leadership of the interim government after the fall of KP Oli’s administration, following the Gen Z movement.