Former Nepal PM Deuba Attacked, House Ablaze Amidst Anti-Corruption Protests

In the midst of escalating anti-corruption protests in Nepal, former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his wife became targets of violence on Tuesday. Videos circulating on social media depict protesters breaching Deuba’s residence in Budanilkantha, Kathmandu. The former Nepalese leader was visibly injured, with blood on his face, while his wife, Arzu Rana Deuba, also appeared to have been assaulted. The house suffered significant damage before authorities could intervene. The protests, driven by ‘Gen Z’ participants, involved widespread arson and vandalism. Party offices, residences of political figures, and government buildings were set ablaze. Protesters were also seen celebrating as they vandalized the private residence of outgoing Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli in Balkot, Bhaktapur, and set it on fire. President Ram Chandra Paudel’s private residence in Kathmandu was also targeted. Both the Nepalese Prime Minister and President resigned on Tuesday amidst the violent protests. Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel was also pursued through the streets of Kathmandu by protestors. The political unrest has resulted in 19 fatalities and over 300 injuries.