Adhikari died, after an 11-month hunger strike, demanding that the Nepali government arrest the murderers of his son.
[2] Nanda Prasad began a hunger strike protest along with his wife, Ganga Maya.
Various human rights organizations stated their concern in connection with the Adhikari couple's demand and the strike.
After the death of Nanda Prasad, the Government of Nepal was criticized by various human right organizations as well as the public.
The National Human Rights Commission (Nepal) has expressed its serious concern regarding Nanda Prasad Adhikari's death and Ganga Maya's continued strike.