Nepal: Former PM KP Sharma Oli hospitalised with palpitations a day after arrest

Former Prime Minister and Nepal Communist Party (UML) Chairman KP Sharma Oli has been admitted to Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital after experiencing palpitations, reported news agency ANI.

Oli, a post-renal transplant patient with multiple health conditions including hydronephrosis, diabetes, hypertension, hypothyroidism, atrial fibrillation, and cholelithiasis, is currently under medical observation.

Nepal | Former Prime Minister and Chairman of Nepal Communist Party (UML) KP Sharma Oli was admitted to TU Teaching Hospital with complaints of palpitations. He is a post-renal transplant patient with Hydronephrosis, Diabetes mellitus, hypertension, hypothyroidism, Atrial… pic.twitter.com/jSNYHaZabG

— ANI (@ANI) March 29, 2026

Oli’s arrest came a day after rapper-turned-politician Balen Shah took charge as the new PM of Nepal. He was arrested in connection with a case tied to the alleged suppression of the September Gen Z protests, authorities confirmed.

Protests erupt in support of KP Sharma Oli across Nepal

Oli’s arrest has led to widespread protests by supporters of the Communist Party of Nepal (UML), particularly in Kathmandu, as they demand his immediate release. Clashes erupted between demonstrators and police, with officials reporting stone-pelting by protesters and baton charges by security forces to control the crowd. One person sustained injuries, and at least nine individuals were arrested during the unrest.

Former #Nepal PM K. P. Sharma #Oli was #arrested on March 28, just 24 hours after #Balendra Shah took office following a major political shift in the country.According to reports, the arrest is linked to the deaths and violence during youth-led anti-corruption protests in 2025. pic.twitter.com/m7a6L6CXYK

— RITESH YADAV (@ritesh8989) March 28, 2026

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Following Oli’s detention, the UML called for nationwide protests, with demonstrations reported in several cities. Supporters have also demanded the resignation of Home Minister Sudhan Gurung, expressing dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of the situation.

The party has criticised the ongoing investigation into the September 8–9, 2025 incidents, describing it as biased. The UML has called for the scrapping of the report led by Gauri Bahadur Karki and has demanded a fair probe into alleged vandalism, arson, and looting during the protests, along with accountability for those responsible.

UML leaders have issued warnings that demonstrations will continue and intensify if Oli and party member Lekhak are not released promptly.