Highest single-day protest casualties as youth take to streets
Summary
At least 20 people died during the largest single-day Gen Z protest in Nepal's history, demanding lifting of social media restrictions and protesting government corruption amid a brutal police crackdown.
Key Points
- At least 20 people died during the Gen Z protest against corruption and social media ban.
- Police used live ammunition, rubber bullets, water cannons, and baton charges against protesters.
- Over 250 people were injured in clashes primarily centered in Kathmandu and Itahari.
- Curfews were imposed in multiple districts including Kathmandu and Rupandehi amid escalating violence.
