The Himalayan Times reported on Thursday, 11th September '25, that the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres expressed grave concern over the current situation in Nepal, where Gen Z-led protests have spiralled into violence following the deaths of 19 demonstrators on Monday's protest against the banning of all social media and government corruption. Guterres made a statement on Twitter, to say he was "closely following the situation in Nepal" and was "deeply saddened by the loss of life." He called for a thorough and independent investigation into the fatalities, urging authorities to comply with human rights law, exercise restraint, and prioritise dialogue. He emphasised that
"Protests must peacefully take place, respecting life and property."
The Secretary-General's message follows a joint statement from the United Nations in Nepal, which had earlier underscored that freedom of expression, access to information, and peaceful assembly are fundamental rights protected under Nepali and international law. The UN called for both demonstrators and security forces to avoid violence and ensure responses remain proportionate.
During the last two days there has been intense turmoil in Kathmandu and other cities. Following Monday's deadly clashes, protests turned increasingly violent, with demonstrators resorting to arson and vandalism. Crowds targeted high-profile political figures' residences, party offices, and a number of state institutions. Among the damaged sites were the Federal Parliament building, Singha Durbar, the Supreme Court, the Office of the Attorney General, special courts, district courts, land revenue (Malpot) offices, and multiple police stations.
It has been reported that the Nepali Army has imposed a prohibitory orders and a nationwide curfew in response to escalating unrest linked to the Gen Z-led protests.
"Protests must peacefully take place, respecting life and property."
The Secretary-General's message follows a joint statement from the United Nations in Nepal, which had earlier underscored that freedom of expression, access to information, and peaceful assembly are fundamental rights protected under Nepali and international law. The UN called for both demonstrators and security forces to avoid violence and ensure responses remain proportionate.
During the last two days there has been intense turmoil in Kathmandu and other cities. Following Monday's deadly clashes, protests turned increasingly violent, with demonstrators resorting to arson and vandalism. Crowds targeted high-profile political figures' residences, party offices, and a number of state institutions. Among the damaged sites were the Federal Parliament building, Singha Durbar, the Supreme Court, the Office of the Attorney General, special courts, district courts, land revenue (Malpot) offices, and multiple police stations.
It has been reported that the Nepali Army has imposed a prohibitory orders and a nationwide curfew in response to escalating unrest linked to the Gen Z-led protests.
