Political Tensions in Nepal: Former King Gyanendra's Constitutional Breach

Nepal's Communications Minister Prithvi Subba Gurung accuses former King Gyanendra of violating an agreement to honor the constitution, raising a warning of governmental action against anti-constitutional activities. Recent pro-monarchy protests resulted in fatalities, escalating tensions in the country. Discussions with India address Nepal's internal challenges.

On Sunday, Nepal's Minister for Communication and Information Technology, Prithvi Subba Gurung, asserted that former King Gyanendra breached his agreement with political parties to respect the constitution. Gurung warned of governmental actions if anti-constitutional activities persist.

Speaking in Lamjung district, Gurung highlighted that Gyanendra had initially agreed to respect the constitution and not engage in activities against Nepal's sovereignty. The agreement included provisions for his residence and entitled facilities.

However, Gurung criticized Gyanendra's recent public statement advocating for his reactivation to safeguard national unity. Amid pro-monarchy protests leading to fatalities, the government, supported by a coalition between CPN-UML and Nepali Congress, vows to initiate legal actions to maintain order.

(With inputs from agencies.)