Nepal Gen Z protest: Country to hold nationwide mourning for victims of unrest; compensation announced

Nepal will observe a national day of mourning on September 17 for victims of recent anti-government protests that led to the Prime Minister’s resignation. Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki declared the deceased as “martyrs,” promising compensation and a memorial park. The government will investigate the unrest, sparked by a social media ban and fueled by anger over corruption.