Govt Must Take Responsibility and Gen Z Must Act with Restraint

Summary

Violent protests by Nepal's Generation Z led to the deaths of at least 19 young people, prompting calls for police reform and political accountability.

Key Points
  • At least 19 young protesters were killed during violent protests in Kathmandu.
  • Police used excessive force against unarmed youths, revealing systemic failures in the policing system.
  • The protests were sparked by blocking of social media but reflect deeper anger at corruption and misgovernance.
  • Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and other leaders must take responsibility and address the demands of protesters.
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