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Opposition parties representing in the Parliament have demanded resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli.

The meeting of the opposition parties, held at the call of CPN (Maoist Center) Chairman and former Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal at the Maoist Center’s Parliamentary Party Office in Singhadurbar on Tuesday, demanded resignation of Prime Minister Oli, stating that the government suppressed the protests of Gen Z.

After the meeting, Maoist Center Deputy General Secretary Barshaman Pun said that the government suppression on Gen Z protests was an the assault on republic and demanded resigation of Prime Minister Oli.

Most of Karnali Province’s population depends on the highway. According to the 2021 census, 73.7 percent of the province’s population is engaged in agriculture. The highway serves as a vital means of transporting products to markets and accessing health services, education, employment, and trade.

Tek Bahadur Shahi, an apple farmer from Chilkhaya, Kalikot, said, “The highway gets blocked by landslides just when it is time to take apples to market. This affects our annual income. Trucks carrying apples stop every day near the Gagane River. Many apples rot on the way. Our product struggles to reach the market, and this has reduced our earnings.”

The Karnali Highway is equally critical for health services. It is the only convenient route for transporting seriously ill patients from remote districts such as Mugu, Jumla, and Kalikot to well-equipped hospitals. Even in districts with air services, flights are often grounded during the monsoon due to bad weather, leaving the highway as the only option.

Kalikot MP and Deputy Speaker of the Karnali Provincial Assembly, Yasoda Neupane, said, “The government does not listen to Karnali’s suffering. We have repeatedly requested sufficient budget allocations for landslide management and for building better roads along the Karnali Highway. But the government ignores us and our representatives. People here are suffering, and we are even being insulted.” She recalled that when a landslide blocked the Gagane River road for five days, apple trucks from Jumla and Kalikot were stranded along the way.

The tourism sector in Karnali is also badly affected during the rainy season. The province is home to many attractive destinations that remain popular year-round, especially during the monsoon when the greenery is most vibrant. However, tourism entrepreneur Kamal Gautam said, “Visiting Karnali in the rainy season is not easy because of floods and landslides. Transportation and air services are convenient only in the dry season, but that is not when Karnali’s true beauty is revealed. Moreover, climate change is now seriously impacting tourism here. This has long-term negative effects on the province’s economic development. The government must improve road infrastructure and make Karnali a destination accessible to tourists year-round.”

Karnali’s geography is complex, with many areas prone to landslides due to weak ground stability and fragile terrain. Heavy rainfall and flooding further destabilize slopes, while human activities such as deforestation, unplanned construction, and haphazard road building exacerbate the problem. Addressing these challenges requires modern technology and long-term planning for effective disaster risk reduction in Karnali.

Gen Z protesters have started gathering in New Baneshwor of Kathmandu on Tuesday.

The Gen Z youths, who have gathered in New Baneshwor from various places of Kathmandu, are preparing for the demonstration.

There have been reports that Gen Z’s have already started demonstrations in various other places.

At least 19 Gen Z protesters died in clashes with security personnel across the country on Monday.

The Health Ministry informed that 347 persons were injured in the incident.

The UN Human Rights Office has expressed shock over the killing and injury of protesters in Nepal, urging a prompt and transparent investigation.

Spokesperson of the UN rights body Ravina Shamdasani said the office had received troubling reports of excessive force by security forces against youth-led demonstrations opposing corruption and the government’s recent social media ban, issuing a statement from Geneva on Monday.
 

The UN called on authorities to uphold the rights to peaceful assembly and free expression, stressing that security forces must follow international standards on the use of force. It also urged the government to reconsider restrictions on social media to ensure compliance with Nepal’s human rights obligations, emphasizing that dialogue is the best way to address young people’s concerns in a democratic society.

Annapurna Media Network, Nepal’s largest media house, has paid tribute to those who lost their lives during Monday’s protest and expressed condolences to the families of the deceased. Here is the full text of the appeal issued by AMN.

Appeal

We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of 19 lives and the injury of dozens of people during the protests organized by Gen-Z on Monday. Annapurna Media Network offers heartfelt tributes to those who lost their lives and extends our deepest condolences to the bereaved families. We also wish a speedy recovery to those who were injured during the protest.

Contrary to expectations that the protest would remain peaceful, nonviolent, and constructive, it unfortunately turned violent due to the infiltration of various disruptive elements.

We respect Gen-Z as a generation full of innovation, fresh thinking, and immense aspiration. Your agendas—such as transparency, accountability, and reform—are highly commendable. Your demands should become a national resolution, and the government must address them.

Regarding the demand related to the social media ban, we believe it stems from a misunderstanding. It is a basic responsibility for both national and international businesses to register and pay taxes according to government regulations. Such practices are standard across the globe. For instance, in neighboring countries, platforms like Google and Facebook pay taxes of up to 18 percent to the government.

Dear Gen-Z brothers and sisters,

Your energy, awareness, and vision are the foundation of Nepal’s future. This power and potential must be channeled toward nation-building. Let us work together to make Nepal a peaceful and prosperous country.

Annapurna Media Network
Kathmandu

The Lalitpur District Administration Office (DAO) has issued a prohibitory order to restrict mass meetings, gathering, and protests in certain areas effective from 6 pm today.

The DAO issued a notice stating that various groups and factions have been demonstrating with their various demands in Kathmandu valley, and during these events, violent activities and riots may occur by affecting public peace and security, hence the prohibition order is issued on mass meetings, gatherings, and protests in various places.

The prohibition order will be effective in the area around the UN House in Pulchowk and the Justice Residence within a 200-meter  (to the east towards Iranmode on the main road, west towards the National Library, north towards the Internal Revenue Office, and south towards the National Human Rights Commission, within the boundaries of the National Cooperative Development Board), the area of the new minister's residence in Bhainsepati (establishing boundaries to the east from Bhainsepati to Bungmati road, west towards CG Housing, north towards the Bhainsepati housing entrance, and south towards the slope leading to Itani).

Similarly, the area of the central office of the Nepali Congress party in Sanepa (from Sanepa Chowk to Indrayani Temple) area is prohibited for any activities until further notice.

"Effective from 6 pm today, until further notice, any kind of gatherings, rallies, meetings, sit-ins, etc. other than the movement of the general public and vehicles is prohibited; those who violate this order will face action as per existing laws,” the issued notice states.

The United National has urged Nepal to ensure citizens democratic rights.

United Nations Resident Coordinator in Nepal Hanaa Singer-Hamdy said so taking social media X.

“I urge all parties to exercise maximum restraint and caution ensuring that citizens can safely and peacefully exercise their democratic rights,” she said.

“Deeply saddened by reports of loss of life and injuries during today's demonstrations in Nepal. Heartfelt condolences to the families affected,” she wrote on X.

At least 19 Gen Z protesters died in clashes with security personnel across the country today.

Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak resigned from his post on Monday.

Home Minister Lekhak submitted his resignation after meeting Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli in Baluwatar.

Home Minister Lekhak's Secretariat confirmed that he submitted his resignation while the Cabinet meeting was underway.

Earlier, Minister Lekhak said that he would resign on moral grounds.

“I should resign on moral grounds following the incident that took place today. I have also told the Nepali Congress meeting that I will resign from the post,” he said.

President Sher Bahadur Deuba had also directed Home Minister Lekhak to resign and pave the way during the party’s office bearers meeting.

At least 19 Gen Z protesters died in clashes with security personnel across the country today.