In Photos | Nepal tries to pick up the pieces after days of unrest
The roads of Nepal are deserted, a stark contrast to the recent violence that unfolded in Kathmandu and other cities. Curfew has been imposed for most of the day, and when relaxed, people rush to purchase groceries and fill fuel. This is the country’s new normal… for now
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After unprecedented protests and violence, an eerie calm is returning to Nepal. The army, which has taken charge of security, has allowed public movement during specific windows in the Himalayan nation. On Thursday, children were seen walking in front of the Parliament house, which was set on fire by protesters. Reuters
People queue to fill their two-wheelers with fuel at a fuel station in Kathmandu on Thursday. As the army allowed a few hours for movement, the general public rushed to carry out essential work. Reuters
A man walks past a graffiti that reads 'Hang the Killer!' in Kathmandu on Thursday. After relaxation of curfew for a few hours in the morning, restrictive orders will be in place from 10 am until 5 pm, said the notice issued by the army. Night curfew will follow from 7 pm until 6 am on Friday, Reuters
An army officer takes position in Kathmandu on Thursday, as the city limps back to relative normalcy. Nepalese troops have been patrolling the streets to restore order and to quell possible violence "under the guise of agitation". Reuters
The army took control of security from Tuesday night after incidents of arson and vandalism across the country. It has issued a warning that any form of demonstration, vandalism, arson, or attack on individuals and property will be treated as criminal acts and dealt with accordingly. AFP
There has been a series of jailbreaks in Nepal since the government was toppled on Tuesday. More than 7,500 prisoners reportedly fled from more than 10 jails across the country. In this photo, prisoners are seen walking back to the Dilli Bazaar jail carrying their belongings. Reuters
People look at the remains and ravages of the charred Supreme Court building in Kathmandu. Several government buildings, including the Parliament, Singha Darbar, were vandalised and set on fire during the protests. The damage is unprecedented. AFP
Inside the Parliament, the aftermath of the protests could be seen clearly as the building, a mangled mass of metal, charred cabinets and shattered glass, lay barren. Reuters
Outside, the scenes were different as people, some of whom were part of the protests, were seen on Wednesday cleaning the streets and premises of the government buildings they had destroyed. Reuters
The hopes of a political resolution are rising as Gen-Z protesters signalled their readiness for talks on Wednesday. They were seen at the premises of the Department of Transport Management office, this time not to destroy but to clean up the destruction already created. AP
Vehicles stand burned inside the vandalised office of the Department of Roads in Kathmandu. This is a stark reminder of the youth's anger at the entrenched corruption, political dynasties, and government overreach. After the turmoil, the country is at a crossroads as it looks to establish an interim government. AP