Nepal Protests Turn Deadly: Manisha Koirala Calls It a ‘Black Day’ Amid Social Media Ban Outrage
In a shocking turn of events, Nepal’s streets are filled with anger as Gen Z youth lead massive protests against a government ban on social media platforms. Bollywood actress Manisha Koirala, who hails from Nepal, has slammed the situation, calling it a "black day for Nepal" on her Instagram.
Koirala shared her heartbreak online, writing, "Today is a black day for Nepal — when bullets respond to the voice of the people, outrage against corruption and demand for justice." Her post highlights the growing fury over the crackdown on peaceful demonstrators.
According to reports, these violent clashes have already claimed at least 19 lives. The protests kicked off on September 4 after Nepal’s government suddenly blocked 26 popular social media sites, including Facebook, WhatsApp, X (formerly Twitter), and YouTube. Young protesters, fed up with corruption and demanding justice, took to the streets, but things escalated quickly with reports of police firing on crowds.
Fans and followers flooded Koirala’s post with emotional reactions. One user from Nepal vented, "Truly sad, Nepali government and law force is the most corrupted, it’s so sad young people were killed by them for protesting against corruption. No hope for Nepal unless the whole government structure is corrected/revamped. Poor poor young children and their families.. RIP Angels."
Another supporter from India added, "From India, I stand shaken and furious at the news from Nepal. A protest meant to be peaceful, led by the brave Gen Z youth, now counts 20 dead. Twenty dreams crushed, twenty voices silenced but not the movement. Nepal’s youth have shown the kind of courage and unity that shakes power to its core. I salute them, I mourn with them, and I demand that this strength rises in every corner of the world."
A third comment called for big changes: "KING SHOULD COME BACK AND BALEN AS PM. KING WILL CHECK PM AND PEOPLE WILL CHECK KING. Check and balance."
To control the chaos, authorities in Kathmandu have slapped a curfew on key spots like the parliament, the president’s residence, and Singha Durbar, where the prime minister’s office is located. The situation remains tense, with more protests expected.
The United Nations has stepped in too, urging Nepal to investigate the violence right away. UN rights office spokeswoman Ravina Shamdasani said in a statement, "We are shocked by the killings and injury of protesters in Nepal today and urge a prompt and transparent investigation."
As Nepal social media ban protests rage on, the world watches closely. Will the government lift the restrictions and address the youth’s demands? Stay tuned for updates on this unfolding Nepal crisis.
