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Nepal's youth demand justice after deadly student protests

Adil Bhat in Kathmandu
September 13, 2025

DW's Adil Bhat met grieving families and the injured, who are demanding justice and accountability from authorities after more than 50 people were killed and thousands wounded in clashes with police.

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In Kathmandu, families of protesters killed by police are demanding justice after security forces opened fire during anti-corruption demonstrations. Over 50 were killed and thousands injured, including students like Praveen, whose death sparked grief and outrage.

People from across Nepal are calling on interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki for accountability and reform.

DW Adil Bhat
Adil Bhat India correspondent with a special focus on politics, conflict and human-interest stories.
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