Activist Alleges Police Detention Over Criticism of Government and Border Issues

Summary

Smriti Timalsina, coordinator of Gen-Z Redforce, was detained by police for four hours after criticizing the government and discussing border blockade issues, and was pressured to sign a pledge to stop speaking against the government.

Key Points
  • Smriti Timalsina was detained by police for criticizing the government and discussing the border blockade with China.
  • She was held for about four hours and was pressured to sign a pledge not to criticize the government in the future.
  • Timalsina referenced other political figures, such as Harka Sampang, who had also spoken about the border issue.
  • She vowed to continue opposing government wrongdoings despite the detention.
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