‘High Alert’ in Kathmandu Valley as Gen Z protests turn violent

Summary

Authorities have placed security agencies in Kathmandu Valley on high alert following violent Generation Z protests, imposing prohibitory orders in the region to maintain peace.

Key Points
  • Security arrangements have been tightened across Kathmandu Valley with all agencies on high alert.
  • Nepal Police DIG Binod Ghimire announced nationwide instructions to prevent disturbances to law and order.
  • The Ministry of Home Affairs directed security agencies to strengthen coordination through district security committees.
  • Home Ministry Spokesperson Anand Kafle called for calm and restraint from students, parents, teachers, and civil society amid the unrest.
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