Gen Z Martyrs Day being observed in Nepal
Summary
Nepal is observing the first Gen Z Martyrs Day today with special programmes and a public holiday. The day commemorates those killed in the Gen Z movement that toppled the then government and led to a new interim administration.
Key Points
- Nepal is marking the first Gen Z Martyrs Day with various programmes across the country.
- The Gen Z movement a year ago led to the dissolution of the then government and the formation of a new one headed by former Chief Justice Sushila Karki.
- The interim government later conducted the March 5 election, after which the Rastriya Swatantra Party formed a government under Balendra Shah.
- The Council of Ministers decided on September 3 to declare a public holiday for Gen Z Martyrs Day.
