580 people arrested, 278 cases have been registered in connection with Gen Z protests
Summary
Nepal Police has arrested 580 people and registered 278 cases related to the Gen Z protests, while actively working to recover looted weapons and re-arrest escaped inmates ahead of upcoming elections.
Key Points
- Nepal Police has recovered over 35% of weapons looted during the Gen Z protests and is prioritizing their full recovery.
- More than 4,500 inmates remain at large after prison breaks, with efforts underway to re-arrest them.
- 580 people have been arrested and 278 cases registered in connection with the Gen Z protests, mainly involving criminal disturbances.
- Preparations for election security include deploying up to 150,000 temporary police personnel and coordinating with other agencies for a safe election.
