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Thousands Rally for Monarchy Restoration Ahead of Elections

2/17/2026

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Thousands of supporters gathered outside Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu on February 14, 2026, demanding restoration of the monarchy as Former King Gyanendra Shah waved.
Police managed the peaceful gathering, with no arrests.
Gyanendra Shah abdicated in 2008, and he faces slim chances of regaining power.
The rally precedes pivotal parliamentary elections next month, with pro-royal groups seeking greater representation after winning about 5% of seats in the last election.

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Thousands of supporters gathered outside Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu on February 14, 2026, demanding restoration of the monarchy as Former King Gyanendra Shah waved.
Police managed the peaceful gathering, with no arrests.
Gyanendra Shah abdicated in 2008, and he faces slim chances of regaining power.
The rally precedes pivotal parliamentary elections next month, with pro-royal groups seeking greater representation after winning about 5% of seats in the last election.