Former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has been arrested by Nepal Police in connection with the 2025 “Gen Z” protest case, marking a major political development in Nepal. The arrest came shortly after former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak was taken into custody from Bhaktapur early Saturday morning.
Both leaders were named in the investigation report of the Karki Commission, headed by Gauri Bahadur Karki, which probed the deadly protests of September 8 and 9. The commission had recommended criminal investigations against them, along with other members of the Central Security Committee, citing accountability lapses during the violent crackdown.
The government moved swiftly following a Cabinet meeting led by Balen Shah, deciding to implement the commission’s recommendations. Soon after, Home Minister Sudan Gurung held high-level discussions with security officials, paving the way for immediate enforcement action.
In his statement, Gurung said, “Promise is a promise. No one is above the law. This is not revenge, but the beginning of justice,” expressing confidence that the country is entering a new phase of accountability and reform.
Oli, who was serving as Prime Minister during the protests, faces allegations of failing to prevent the escalation of violence that led to multiple fatalities after police opened fire on demonstrators in New Baneshwor.
Authorities indicate that further arrests of former officials may follow as the investigation continues to unfold.
