Martyr families question PM’s absence at Gen Z uprising anniversary
Summary
Families of martyrs and injured protesters marked the first anniversary of Nepal’s Gen Z uprising in Kathmandu, accusing the government of failing to deliver promised justice, medical treatment and support. Speakers also pressed for action against those responsible for the shootings and criticized Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s absence from the memorial.
Key Points
- Families and survivors gathered at the former parliament building in New Baneshwar, Kathmandu, to mark one year since the Gen Z uprising and question what had changed.
- Speakers accused the government of failing to honor promises on justice, treatment for the injured, and support for families of those killed.
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah was absent from the memorial, drawing criticism from Gen Z representatives and martyrs’ families.
- Ministers said institutional obstacles were slowing action, while families insisted the promises made after the uprising remained unfinished.
