Supporters of journalist Ravi Lamichhane staged a demonstration at Pathari on Sunday demanding his release who was arrested in connection with the mysterious death of Shalikram Pundasaini.

The program was organized under the name of a group called Independent Citizens. Speaking at the assembly, Ramesh Prasai, Jeevan Bista, Mausam Yakthumba, and Subin Parajuli, demanded the immediate release of the journalist claiming that Lamichhane is innocent.  They also protested against government corruption.