Hyderabad: Mass protests led by Gen-Z youth rocked Nepal after the government banned social media platforms. The agitation turned violent in Kathmandu and spread to six other cities.
Police clashes resulted in 20 deaths and over 400 injuries. The unrest forced the government to impose curfew and call in the army.
Nepal Gen-Z protests end as cabinet lifts ban following violent clashes
Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak stepped down after criticism of the crackdown. Kathmandu authorities issued shoot-on-sight orders against rioters.
On Monday night, the government withdrew the ban. Communication Minister Prithvi Gurung said the cabinet accepted protesters’ demands.
The UN Human Rights Office expressed concern and demanded a fair investigation into the violence.
