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Pro-Monarchy Rally Welcomes Former King Amid Youth Protests

2/13/2026

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Thousands of pro-monarchy supporters welcomed Gyanendra Shah, former king of Nepal, in Kathmandu on February 13, 2026, with chants.
Gyanendra Shah had lived as a commoner since 2008 and returned from a three-month holiday.
On March 5, 2026, 65 parties, including royalists seeking a constitutional monarchy, compete for 275 seats.
Gen Z-led anti-corruption protests have intensified calls for change as political leaders face blame for economic stagnation.

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Thousands of pro-monarchy supporters welcomed Gyanendra Shah, former king of Nepal, in Kathmandu on February 13, 2026, with chants.
Gyanendra Shah had lived as a commoner since 2008 and returned from a three-month holiday.
On March 5, 2026, 65 parties, including royalists seeking a constitutional monarchy, compete for 275 seats.
Gen Z-led anti-corruption protests have intensified calls for change as political leaders face blame for economic stagnation.