"King Birendra Shaha"

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6 Mar 2025

Former King Gyanendra Shaha receives a warm welcome from local people during the unveiling ceremony of a statue dedicated to his late father, King Birendra Shaha. Over a thousand people gather to greet the former king. Now politically active, Gyanendra's return to public life comes after a tumultuous period. In 2006, mass protests involving hundreds of thousands of people force him to relinquish his power to parliament. Two years later, the parliament votes to abolish the monarchy, and Gyanendra leaves the Royal Palace to live as a common citizen.

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6 Mar 2025

Former King Gyanendra Shaha unveils a statue dedicated to his late father, King Birendra Shaha. Gyanendra is now politically active, marking his return to public life after a tumultuous period. In 2006, mass protests involving hundreds of thousands of people force him to relinquish his power to parliament. Two years later, the parliament votes to abolish the monarchy, and Gyanendra leaves the Royal Palace to live as a common citizen.

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6 Mar 2025

Former King Gyanendra Shaha receives a warm welcome from school children during the unveiling ceremony of a statue dedicated to his late father, King Birendra Shaha, on March 6, 2025. Gyanendra's return to public life follows a period of turmoil. In 2006, mass protests force him to surrender his power to parliament, and two years later, the parliament votes to abolish the monarchy. Gyanendra then leaves the Royal Palace, embracing life as an ordinary citizen.

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6 Mar 2025

Former King Gyanendra Shaha receives blessings and a warm welcome from local jhakris (shamans) during the unveiling ceremony of a statue dedicated to his late father, King Birendra Shaha. Now politically active, Gyanendra's return to public life comes after a tumultuous period. In 2006, mass protests involving hundreds of thousands of people force him to relinquish his power to parliament. Two years later, the parliament votes to abolish the monarchy, and Gyanendra leaves the Royal Palace to live as a common citizen, on march 06, 2025.

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29 Dec 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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29 Dec 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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29 Dec 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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29 Dec 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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29 Dec 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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29 Dec 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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29 Dec 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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29 Dec 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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29 Dec 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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29 Dec 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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29 Dec 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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29 Dec 2025

The Late King Birendra Peace Foundation and various organizations observe the 81st birth anniversary of the late King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev by offering floral tributes at his statue and portrait in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on december 29, 2025. Participants pay homage and recall the late monarch's contributions to Nepal, particularly his role in promoting national unity, peace, and democratic reforms during his reign. King Birendra, born on December 28, 1945 (Poush 14, 2002 B.S.), is remembered for advocating Nepal as a Zone of Peace and for guiding the country through significant political transitions. He is assassinated on June 1, 2001 (Jestha 19, 2058 B.S.), during the tragic royal palace massacre at Narayanhiti Palace.

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