Nepal is witnessing a wave of unrest as the army has declared a lockdown across the country to control the escalating situation. Violence erupted in several places, including a jail where firing resulted in the deaths of five people. Protesters also targeted government offices, with the Election Commission office set on fire, further intensifying the chaos. Authorities are struggling to restore order as tensions continue to rise across the nation.
The Nepal Army said on Wednesday that because of threats to public security, the prohibitory order in the country will remain in force until 5 pm. After that, a nationwide curfew will be in place until 6 am on Thursday. The army also said that in the name of the protest, unruly groups attacked people, damaged property, and even tried to commit sexual assaults.
What Happened In Nepal?
Nepal has been witnessing unrest due to a group of people categorised as Gen Z taking to the streets with violent protests against the government for imposing a social media ban. Former Nepal Prime Minister and CPN (Unified Socialist) senior leader Jhalanath Khanal’s wife, Rabi Laxmi Chitrakar, succumbed to burn injuries on Tuesday after their residence in Dallu was set ablaze by Gen Z protesters. According to party leader Naresh Shahi, she had sustained severe injuries and was rushed to the Nepali Army Hospital in Chhauni, where she was admitted to the ICU. Despite efforts to save her, she tragically passed away during treatment.
What Did The Army Say
“In the name of movement, various lawless individuals and groups are still infiltrating and committing acts such as vandalism and arson, vandalism and violent attacks on individuals, and attempts to intimidate, keeping in mind the overall security situation of the country, the curfew currently imposed will continue throughout the country until 5 pm (1700 hrs) on Bhadra 25, 2082 and thereafter the curfew order will continue until 6 am (0600 hrs) on Bhadra 26 tomorrow and further information will be disseminated based on the analysis of the situation,” the army said in a statement.
