Political uproar in Nepal after Yogi Adityanath posters appear at former King Gyanendra Shah's rally. The UP CM and Shah are trending amidst the controversy.
Yogi Adityanath Nepal Controversy: A major controversy has erupted in Nepal following the display of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's posters at a rally welcoming former King Gyanendra Shah. This incident has drawn b reactions from Nepali political parties and the general public. Many perceive it as Indian interference in Nepal's internal affairs, causing significant political turmoil. The controversy has further exacerbated tensions between monarchy supporters and pro-democracy groups in Nepal.
Grand Rally Welcoming the Former King
On March 10, 2025, a massive rally was organized in Kathmandu, Nepal, in support of former King Gyanendra Shah. This rally advocated for the restoration of the monarchy and the establishment of a Hindu nation in Nepal. Thousands of supporters greeted Shah with a grand welcome upon his arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport after recently visiting various religious sites.
Attendees waved pictures of Gyanendra Shah and the Nepali national flag. However, the display of posters featuring Yogi Adityanath sparked controversy. These images quickly went viral on social media, causing a stir in political circles.
Sharp Reactions in Nepal, Questions Raised about Indian Interference
The appearance of Yogi Adityanath's image prompted b objections from several Nepali political parties and the public. Many viewed it as Indian interference in Nepal's internal affairs. Left-wing parties in Nepal and Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's government expressed concern.
Some Nepali leaders claim such incidents violate Nepal's sovereignty and could destabilize the country politically. The issue has also fueled heated debate on social media, with some alleging a conspiracy to undermine India-Nepal relations.
RPP Accuses Oli Government of Conspiracy
The Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP), a pro-monarchy party in Nepal, leveled serious accusations against the Nepali government. RPP spokesperson Gyanendra Shahi stated that Yogi Adityanath's image was deliberately included in the rally to discredit the pro-monarchy movement.
Shahi claimed this was a government-sponsored conspiracy aimed at weakening the pro-monarchy movement. He directly accused Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's chief advisor, Bishnu Rimal, alleging the image was displayed on his instructions.
Bishnu Rimal Rejects Accusations, Calls it a Rumor
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's chief advisor, Bishnu Rimal, completely dismissed these allegations as baseless rumors spread by unqualified individuals to create confusion.
In a social media post, Rimal wrote, "Attempts are being made to spread misinformation and confusion. This is entirely baseless and politically motivated." He characterized the entire controversy as a calculated strategy to destabilize Nepali politics.
