Afsana Banu Speaks on Genji Movement, Justice for Victims

Summary

Afsana Banu says the Genji movement was a peaceful protest against corruption that turned violent near the Baneshwor Parliament building, leaving 19 people dead and many injured. She is pressing for justice and support for the injured, martyr families, and those still imprisoned.

Key Points
  • Afsana Banu says the Genji movement began as a peaceful protest organized through Discord and focused on corruption, good governance, and misuse of public taxes.
  • She says violence broke out near the Baneshwor Parliament building, where 19 people were killed and many others were injured.
  • Banu says injured victims and martyr families have not received adequate support, while those imprisoned over the movement are being neglected.
  • As a member of the House of Representatives from the Rastriya Swatantra Party, she says her goal is a Nepal where citizens can live freely with employment and proper use of natural resources.
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