Las Asian 15-M protests in Nepal They have cost life for the moment to twenty young people. The security forces of Nepal They have reported Monday that almost 20 people have died within the framework of the protests that are taking place in Katmandúthe capital of the country, following the prohibition of access to the main social networks for breaching Nepalí legislation. The protests, registered in numerous parts of the capital, are especially concentrated in the New Banehwor neighborhood, where thousands of young people joined throughout the day despite the fact that the authorities decreed a curfew from 15.30 (local time).
Last Thursday, the authorities of the Asian country announced the prohibition of access to the main social networks and mobile messaging platforms, such as WhatsApp, Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube, among others, for not registering in the Ministry of Communication and Technological Information.
Police have confirmed the presence of more than 300 injured, which have had to be transferred to several hospitals in the area. He also indicated that dozens are in critical condition, according to information from the newspaper ‘The Kathmandu Post’.
The security forces have resorted to the use of water cannons, tear gas and lethal ammunition, although the protests have been extended to the main cities of the country, such as Pojara, Biratnagar, Janakpur, Hetauda and Nepalgunj.
Protesters, who also protest corruption and what they consider the failure of the political class, have concentrated mainly in urban areas. The authorities have restricted the agglomerations and have reduced movement in some areas to avoid clashes. The security forces have been deployed at the main intersections of Katmandú.
The prohibition of access to social networks entered into force after these companies avoided registering before the deadline established by the Nepali government and expired last Wednesday, so they will remain blocked until they comply with the regulations.
Some opposition members criticized the measure and said then that it could raise “public disorder” in the streets. Thus, they asked the government to first identify existing problems “in relation to the use of these networks.
