He had been admitted to Norvic Hospital for treatment. Thapa is survived by his wife, two sons* and a daughter.
His body will be kept at the IPF Headquarters at Halchowk in Kathmandu until 11 a.m. to enable people to pay the last homage. The last rites will be performed at the Pashupati Aryaghat with full police honors.
* (Corrected)
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