KATHMANDU, MAY 6
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has expressed profound grief over the demise of CPN (UML) leader and former minister Pradeep Nepal.
In an emotional tribute shared via his social media account, Prime Minister Oli extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.
Recalling Nepal's pivotal role in the formation of the CPN (UML), the Prime Minister described him as a steadfast leader of the Nepali communist movement, who also carved a unique identity in literature under the pseudonym Sanjay Thapa.
"Pradeep Nepal and his contributions will always be remembered," said Prime Minister Oli.
Leader Nepal, who had long been battling Parkinson's disease, passed away today while undergoing treatment at Norvic Hospital in Kathmandu.