Protests erupt in Butwal following woman's death during abortion procedure

Butwal. Relatives of Gita Pandey, from Bagnaskali Rural Municipality-2, Palpa, have padlocked several health institutions in Butwal following her death during an abortion procedure.

Following her death on Sunday evening, relatives padlocked Khatri Medical Hall, Indulekha Clinic, and Zonal Pharmacy in Butwal today. Demanding action against those responsible, they also briefly blocked the East-West Highway in the Chauraha area.