Gen Z protesters set fire to prime minister’s house in Nepal after social media ban
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What began as a peaceful demonstration against censorship turned into a violent insurrection. There was lynching of officials, buildings of all kinds in flames and social chaos even after the fall of the government
CHAOS IN NEPAL: Politicians BAN Social Media over Alleged "Misinformation” — Furious Gen Z Protesters TORCH Parliament, Ex-PM’s Wife Burned Alive as Protesters Set His Home on Fire | The Gateway Pundit | by Jim Hᴏft
Nepal is in complete meltdown after the government’s insane decision to BAN the internet’s largest platforms under the excuse of fighting “misinformation.” On September 4, 2025, Nepal’s ruling elites declared war on free speech, abruptly banning 26 social media platforms, including , Instagram, , X, YouTube, , and , citing “failure to register” under new regulations, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists.
When the police opened fire on demonstrators calling for an end to the blockade of social networks, the anger of Nepali youth exploded.
Nepal is currently in the grip of severe chaos and instability, with the army taking over security responsibilities in various areas. According to foreign news agencies, 22 people have lost their lives and more than 500 have been injured in recent clashes. The escape of about 1,500 prisoners from Lalitpur jail has made the situation more serious. The airport in the capital Kathmandu is still closed to all flights, while Bhairawa Airport was set …
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