People continued to organise protests, Sunday, in thoroughfares of Kathmandu including Basantapur, New Road, Bhotahity, Ratnapark and Jamal area demanding apology from the finance minister for not allocating funds for traditional festivals.
The protests were sparked, Friday night, after the people taking part in traditional Kumari Jatra turned violent and started demonstrating accusing that the 'government did not allocate budget for the traditional festival this time.'
The protests had affected transport movement in key areas of the capital city on Saturday and the same has continued on Sunday as well.
Angry protesters have burned tyres and vandalised vehicles.
The protests have continued even after the Home and Finance Ministry expressed regret and vowed to provide funds for Jatras. nepalnews.com Sep 21 08
