He went out for change and never returned: Remembering a father, a dreamer, a martyr

Summary

Sauran Kishor Shrestha, a father and protester, was fatally shot during the Gen Z protest near Nepal's Federal Parliament demanding government reform, leaving behind a grieving family and a nation mourning 75 lives lost to the movement.

Key Points
  • Sauran Kishor Shrestha was shot twice and killed during the Gen Z protest near the Federal Parliament in Kathmandu.
  • He was helping an injured protester when he was shot with live ammunition on September 8, 2025.
  • His death has raised the protest toll to 75, marking a tragic loss in the youth-led movement against corruption.
  • His family, including his wife Rojita and son Shreyan, mourn his loss while seeking justice and accountability from government leaders.
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