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Recent political upheaval and a coup in Nepal have created a tense situation. The resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and President Ramchandra Paudel led to widespread unrest. From Kathmandu to other cities, angry youth targeted government buildings and the homes of political figures. Attacks were reported on former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and other officials. Amidst the violence, thousands of Indian citizens were caught in Nepal. Some managed to return to India safely, primarily those who had gone to Nepal for eye treatment.
Many patients and their families who returned to Bihar from Nepal reported that while there was arson and rioting on the streets, the protestors did not target Indians. They stated that the demonstrators’ anger was directed solely at the government and political leaders. External citizens, especially Indians, were not harassed, nor were hospitals attacked.
Raju Das, a resident of Katihar, shared that he had gone to Nepal to get his relatives treated. He said that although there were major demonstrations on the streets, the hospital administration ensured the safety of the patients. Indians did not face any problems and were able to return home safely after completing their treatment.
Sudhir Das mentioned that he went to an eye hospital in Biratnagar to get his three patients treated. He stated that there was unrest outside. Doctors advised them not to leave the hospital. However, the hospital premises were completely safe, and treatment continued smoothly. They were sent back to India as soon as the situation normalized.
In recent years, Nepal has established a reputation in healthcare, especially in the field of ophthalmology. People from Seemanchal and surrounding areas prefer Nepal for affordable and better treatment. Eye treatment in Nepali hospitals is not only less expensive but also has modern facilities. This has made Nepal not just a tourist destination but also an emerging medical destination.
