The youth of Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012 in Nepal, have launched a new fight against corruption and nepotism. This demonstration has become the identity of both the political consciousness and disappointment of the younger generation of Nepal. According to the Himalayan Times, protests against corruption and social media ban in New Baneshwar in Kathmandu became violent. During the clash, a generation jade protesting was injured by a bullet, however, he died during treatment at the civil hospital. Apart from this, more than 80 people have been injured.

Generation Z (youths born in 1997-2012) on Monday (8 September 2025) in Nepal’s capital Kathmandu attacked the federal parliament complex in New Baneshwar. The protesters were trying to enter the police barricades and climb the gates. The police released tear gas shells and water showers to stop them. Earlier, the protesters had resolved to remain peaceful, but the atmosphere turned violent during March towards Parliament House.

#Watch Nepal | Protest Turned Violent in Kathmandu as People Stagked A Massive Protest Against The Ban on Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Other Social Media Sites, Leading to Clashes Between POLCE and PROTESTERSTERS. pic.twitter.com/ywnj3r0wug

– ANI (@ani) September 8, 2025

Curfew announcement
After the situation deteriorated, the Kathmandu District Administration Office immediately implemented the curfew. The curfew remained in force from 12:30 pm to 10:00 pm. This decision was taken by Chief District Officer Chhabi Rizal under Section 6 (A) of the Local Administration Act, 2028. Kathmandu district administration has imposed curfew from New Baneshwar Chowk to Bijulibzar Bridge (near Everest Hotel) located in the west area of ​​the city. The curfew has been set up in the eastern region from Min Bhawan, Shanti Nagar to Tinkun Chowk, iPlex goods in North Side to Ratna State Secondary School and Shankhamul Bridge in South.

#Watch Nepal: Thousands of People Protest in Kathmandu Against the ban on Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Other Social Media Sites, Leading to Clashes Between Police and Protestors. pic.twitter.com/klrp1hrjqd

– ANI (@ani) September 8, 2025

Demonstration
These protesters of Generation Z have taken to the streets against the government on two major issues. There are many reasons in this, in which two are considered very important. In this, the first is a case related to corruption and nepotism and the second is being demonstrated by the government to ban social media. These issues have given rise to anger and dissatisfaction among the youth across the country.
Movement in other cities of Nepal also
Not only Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, but also in other big cities of the country, which is as follows:

• Pokhara
• Butt
• Viratnagar

In these places also the youth took placards and opposed the government’s decision and demanded transparency.

Conflict between police and protesters
In Baneshwar, many youths were seen climbing the police guard house before leaving tear gas from security forces. At the same time, the police continued to try to remove the protesters trying to enter the Parliament House. The administration has termed the situation as very stressful.

March from Maiti to Baneshwar
The protesters gathered at 9 am in Mandla in the capital Kathmandu and started a rally with placards and slogans. The rally lasted till Baneshwar, which is a major political center of Nepal. The organizers clearly stated that this is not only one day performance, but in the coming days, they will raise their voice.

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