Protests force Nepal PM146;s resignation

Apparently referring to the widespread protests by Opposition parties demanding restoration of democracy, he said 8216;8216;clashes and controversy intensified and all this have threatened to jeopardise the constitution, democracy and the very interest of the nation8217;8217;. Reacting to Thapa8217;s resignation, Nepali Congress Central member Ramchandra Poudyal said: 8216;8216;Our agitation is not aimed at changing the Prime Minister, we want the King to return the people8217;s sovereign rights. The stalled constitutional process should re-start and a responsible government should be formed. There should be a political solution to this stalemate. I hope a dialogue will proceed between the King and the major parties.8217;8217;

While accepting Thapa8217;s resignation, the King has asked him to continue as caretaker until the new arrangements are made, a notice issued by the Royal Palace said. It also said that the King has started political consultations with a view to appoint a new Prime Minister. 8212; PTI