Kathmandu, June 3: The condition of King Dipendra is” very critical,” a statement issued by the Royal Palace said Sunday. This is the first official statement on the condition of King Dipendra.
Regent Prince Gyanendra said in a message to the nation Sunday the King is not able to conduct his duties as head of state. The Regent also said the King, Queen and others members of the royal family died in an automatic gun firing. Prince Gyanendra called for unity.