Curfew extended to other areas in Kathmandu

Summary

The Kathmandu District Administration Office has extended curfew zones in Kathmandu following clashes between Gen Z protesters and police over government corruption and a social media ban.

Key Points
  • The Kathmandu District Administration Office has extended the curfew to cover more areas including government residences and offices.
  • The curfew is imposed from 12:30 pm to 10 pm under Section 6 of the Local Administration Act.
  • Protests erupted due to opposition against government corruption and the ban on 26 unregistered social media platforms.
  • Police used water cannons and teargas after protesters pushed through barricades and some entered the Parliament premises.
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