Nepal Police Catches Durga Prasai
Nepal Police have finally caught controversial businessman and royalist supporter Durga Prasai after days on the run.
Nepal Police Catches Durga Prasai
Prasai had gone into hiding after leading a violent royalist protest at Tinkune on Chaitra 15. Police arrested him from India on Thursday after searching for him for several days. His disappearance had sparked nationwide speculation.
On Friday, Kathmandu District Court Judge Shishir Raj Dhakal allowed police to keep Prasai in custody for 12 more days to investigate further.
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Now, with this permission, Nepal Police will investigate Prasai while holding him in custody for nearly two weeks.
Prasai played a leading role in recent protests demanding the return of the monarchy in Nepal. His arrest has triggered mixed reactions on social media and in political circles.
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