Police detain Gen Z activists including Miraj and Nicolas

Summary

Several Gen Z activists including Miraj Dhungana and Nicolas Bhusal were detained by police in Kathmandu during a protest at Maitighar Mandala demanding political reforms.

Key Points
  • Police detained several leaders of the Gen Z movement including Miraj Dhungana and Nicolas Bhusal in Kathmandu.
  • The arrests occurred after a protest was staged without prior permission at Maitighar Mandala.
  • Some protesters were briefly detained and released but re-arrested upon returning to the site.
  • The Gen Z activists demand the formation of an all-party government and have criticized the incumbent government led by Sushila Karki.
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