Kathmandu, In a statement issued late Tuesday, the Army announced it had assumed control of key installations, including Tribhuvan International Airport and the government’s central secretariat. Twenty six individuals were arrested for looting and vandalism during a special security operation.

President Ram Chandra Poudel also resigned amid mounting pressure, leaving Nepal without a civilian head of state. Political analysts warn of a deepening constitutional crisis, as calls grow for a transitional government backed by the military.

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed sorrow over the violence, calling it “heart-rending” and urging Nepali citizens to support peace and stability. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs advised citizens to defer travel to Nepal and issued emergency contact numbers for those stranded.

Despite the Army’s appeal for calm, protests continue in Kathmandu and other cities. Youth leaders demand systemic reforms, transparency, and representation in any future government. The situation remains volatile, with fears of further escalation if a political roadmap is not swiftly established.