Nepal lifts social media ban after deadly Gen Z protests
Nepal has lifted its nationwide social media ban following violent youth-led protests that left at least 19 people dead and nearly 400 injured, officials confirmed on Tuesday. “Social media platforms have been opened, which was among the Gen Z’s demands. We are open to talk with the protesters,” said Minister for Communication Prithvi Subba Gurung. The government had blocked access to Facebook, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter), and 23 other platforms last week, citing “unregistered operations.” The move ignited outrage among young Nepalis, many of whom rely on digital platforms for news, communication, and business. Deadly crackdown on protesters On Monday, police launched one of the harshest crackdowns in years as thousands defied restrictions in Kathmandu and other cities. Protesters tore through barbed wire near parliament, burned tyres, and clashed with security forces. Police confirmed 17 deaths in Kathmandu and two […]
