Probe commission records Nepali Army chief’s statement on Gen Z protests

Summary

The Nepali Army Chief Ashok Raj Sigdel and four other army officials have given statements to the commission investigating the September 8-9 Gen Z protests and related security issues.

Key Points
  • The probe commission recorded statements from Nepali Army Chief Ashok Raj Sigdel and four other army officials regarding the September 8-9 Gen Z protests.
  • The inquiry covers the incidents during the protests and security lapses linked to the unrest.
  • The government formed a three-member commission led by former judge Gauri Bahadur Karki on September 21 to investigate the deaths and damages during the protests.
  • The commission is set to submit its report within three months of its formation.
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