Hyderabad: Nepal faced massive Gen-Z protests after the social media ban on Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms. Demonstrations spread to seven cities, leading to widespread violence.
At least 20 protesters died, and more than 400 were injured. Authorities imposed curfew, deployed the army, and issued shoot-on-sight orders.
Nepal Gen-Z protests end with cabinet reversing decision on social media ban
Amid mounting anger, Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak resigned. The government later held a cabinet meeting and lifted the ban on Monday night.
Communication Minister Prithvi Gurung announced the decision, urging youth to stop their protests. The UN Human Rights Office called for an impartial probe into the deaths.
