Nepal Gen-Z protest victims’ families to get financial help; death toll Rises to 72

Nepal Gen-Z protest victims’ families to get financial help; death toll Rises to 72
September 14, 2025

On her first official day in office, Nepal’s newly-appointed interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki announced financial relief of ₹1 million (NPR 10 lakh) to the families of those who lost their lives during the Gen Z protests that have rocked the country since September 8. Addressing the nation, she declared those who died in the protests as “martyrs.” The announcement came following recommendations from Chief Secretary Eknarayan Aryal, who confirmed the relief package and recognised the casualties as part of a national tragedy.

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