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16 Killed in Protest Against Social Media Ban and Corruption in Nepal
The Straits Times
|September 09, 2025
At least 16 protesters were killed on Sept. 8 after Nepal police fired rubber bullets, tear gas, and water cannons to disperse demonstrators demanding the government lift its ban on social media and tackle corruption.
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KATHMANDU — At least 16 protesters were killed on Sept. 8 after Nepal police fired rubber bullets, tear gas, and water cannons to disperse demonstrators demanding the government lift its ban on social media and tackle corruption.
Several social media sites, including Facebook, YouTube, and X, have been inaccessible in Nepal since Sept. 5 after the government blocked 26 unregistered platforms, leaving users angry and confused.
"Sixteen people have sadly died," said Mr. Shekhar Khanal, spokesman for the Kathmandu valley police. "About 100 are under treatment, including police."
Many of the injured were being treated at the nearby Civil Hospital, according to its information officer Ranjana Nepal. "I have never seen such a disturbing situation at the hospital," she told AFP.
"Tear gas entered the hospital area as well, making it difficult for doctors to work."
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