According to details, the resignation came after a public movement and growing unrest across the country against the government s ban on social media. A few days ago, the government suddenly imposed a ban on social media platforms, which sparked public anger.

Protesters shouted slogans against the government and took out large-scale protest rallies in various cities, including the capital Kathmandu. Along with public pressure, allegations of corruption have further strained the political environment.

Political sources say that the prime minister s closest aides advised him to resign as the situation was getting out of the government s control. Not only did three ministers leave their posts during the protests, but four ministers, including the home minister, also resigned yesterday. This situation proved unbearable for Oli and he decided to step down from the prime ministership.

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Protests continued despite a curfew in Kathmandu. Angry protesters burned tires on the streets and damaged government property. The situation became so serious that the Kathmandu airport had to be partially closed. In addition, a curfew was imposed with tight security measures around the Parliament House, the president s residence and the prime minister s office.

According to reports, the house of former Nepali Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba was also set on fire during the protests. The protesters openly made serious allegations of corruption against the current government and demanded the immediate resignation of the prime minister. As a result of public pressure and a rebellion within the government ranks, Oli finally had to resign