Kathmandu, Dec 5: The Nepal government has decided to observe Gen Z Martyr Day annually on Bhadra 23 (Bikram Era) to honor those killed in anti-government protests. This year, the day fell on September 8, when at least 22 people, mostly students, were shot by the K P Sharma Oli-led government near Kathmandu’s Parliament, with a total of 76 deaths over the two-day protests. The Cabinet announced that martyrs’ families would receive identity cards, provided to parents, spouses, and unmarried children. The protests forced Oli to resign after demonstrators torched government buildings, including the Prime Minister’s residence, Parliament, and Singhdurbar. Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki was appointed interim prime minister on September 12, and President Ramchandra Paudel dissolved Parliament on her recommendation. Nepal’s next general election is scheduled for March 5, 2026.Nepal to mark Gen Z Martyr Day annually
Kathmandu, Dec 5: The Nepal government has decided to observe Gen Z Martyr Day annually on Bhadra 23 (Bikram Era) to honor those killed in anti-government protests. This year, the day fell on September 8, when at least 22 people, mostly students, were shot by the K P Sharma Oli-led government near Kathmandu’s Parliament, with a total of 76 deaths over the two-day protests. The Cabinet announced that martyrs’ families would receive identity cards, provided to parents, spouses, and unmarried children. The protests forced Oli to resign after demonstrators torched government buildings, including the Prime Minister’s residence, Parliament, and Singhdurbar. Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki was appointed interim prime minister on September 12, and President Ramchandra Paudel dissolved Parliament on her recommendation. Nepal’s next general election is scheduled for March 5, 2026.