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Former King Gyanendra Shah is scheduled to return to Kathmandu from Pokhara today, prompting heightened security measures across the capital. Supporters, including parties like the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) and Rastriya Prajatantra Party-Nepal (RPP-N), have organized a grand welcome, leading authorities to bolster security to prevent any disturbances.
The route from Tribhuvan International Airport to Nirmal Niwas in Maharajganj has been marked as highly sensitive, with increased police presence to maintain order. The Ministry of Home Affairs anticipates up to 10,000 people may gather along the streets, underscoring the need for stringent security protocols.
This event is part of a broader resurgence of pro-monarchy sentiments in Nepal. Recent rallies and mass meetings have seen significant public participation, reflecting a growing interest in the potential restoration of the monarchy. Mainstream political parties are observing these developments closely, acknowledging the increasing momentum of royalist movements.
In response, Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak emphasized that the monarchy is not an alternative to the republic, advising the former king not to be swayed by illusions of reinstatement. He highlighted that, despite the monarchy's past overthrow, the former king continues to enjoy freedoms—a testament to the strength of Nepal's democratic system.
As Kathmandu braces for the former king's arrival, the city's heightened security measures aim to ensure public safety and order during this significant event.
