10 most violent incidents during Nepal civil war 1996-2006
Photo: Wikimedia Commons Nepal civil war (1996-2006) is a page of history that most Nepalis remember as the dark years of Nepal. Maoist rebels had started an armed agitation on February 13, 1996, to overthrow the long-running monarchy in Nepal and establish a people’s system, and it lasted for 10 years until they signed a peace agreement with the government formed after the 2006 People’s Movement. The 10-year-long conflict resulted in the loss of lives and property, deaths of over 17,000 people and over 3,000 enforced disappearance cases. Here are a few of the most violent incidents that occurred during time of Nepal civil war. 1. The opening attack: February 13, 1996 Different Maoist groups carried out seven simultaneous attacks in six districts. This marked the start of the infamous Nepali civil war and one of the many violent attacks that followed during the Nepal civil war period. 2. Simultaneous attacks in 42 districts: November 23, 2001 The Maoists walked out of th...