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.