Nepal Protest: After security forces opened fire on demonstrators, causing 20 fatalities and more than 250 injuries, violence broke out in Kathmandu, Nepal. Actress Manisha Koirala denounced the crackdown as a "black day" for Nepal. Her remarks came after fatal violence caused by Gen Z activists protesting corruption and the controversial government ban on social media sites including Facebook. Manisha Koirala, who hails from Nepal, took to social media to voice her disgust. She posted a picture of a bloody shoe along with a Nepali caption. The translated post stated, "Today is a black day for Nepal. When bullets respond to the voice of the people, outrage against corruption and demand for justice." A post shared by Manisha Koirala (@m_koirala) Digital criticism against Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli's decision to ban 26 social media platforms sparked protests. In light of… (Updated 10 Sep 2025, 15:00 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Nepal Protest: After security forces opened fire on demonstrators, causing 20 fatalities and more than 250 injuries, violence broke out in Kathmandu, Nepal
- Actress Manisha Koirala denounced the crackdown as a "black day" for Nepal
- Her remarks came after fatal violence caused by Gen Z activists protesting corruption and the controversial government ban on social media sites including Facebook