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Number of Dead in Nepal Anti-Corruption Protests Rises to 51
- Nepal experienced violent anti-corruption protests this week that left at least 51 people dead, including protestors, policemen, and prisoners.
- The unrest erupted in response to government restrictions on social platforms and widespread frustration over corruption and ineffective leadership, intensifying after police began cracking down on September 8.
- During the chaos, over 13,500 prisoners escaped from multiple jails nationwide, with about 12,533 still at large and some fugitives attempting to cross into India amid ongoing recaptures.
- Police spokesman Binod Ghimire confirmed that "51 people have died so far this week," specifying at least 21 protestors, three policemen, and nine prisoners killed during clashes or after escape attempts.
- Following the turmoil, former chief justice Sushila Karki is expected to be appointed interim prime minister after sensitive negotiations involving top officials on September 12.
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Several of the protesters have obtained weapons, and a curfew remains in effect.
The military's talks with the protesters to appoint an interim government are currently fruitless.
Nepal is shaken by deadly unrest that led to the fall of the government and the massive escape of prisoners At least 51 people were killed this week in Nepal during the
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