Nepal army imposes nationwide curfew, orders surrender of unauthorized weapons

Nepal army's warning to mob amid curfew

Armed soldiers patrolled the streets of Nepal’s capital as the Army imposed a curfew, urging residents to stay home after tens of thousands of protesters stormed government buildings, set fires, and attacked politicians in violent demonstrations.

The Nepal Army has urged citizens to surrender any unauthorized firearms and ammunition to security personnel.

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The Army has taken charge of maintaining calm until a new government is established.

He offered condolences for the loss of lives and property during the unrest that began on September 8. "Since the beginning of Nepal's history, the Nepal Army has always remained committed - even in difficult circumstances - to safeguarding Nepal's independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, freedom, national unity and the security of the Nepali people," he said.

The Army added in a statement, "Some groups are taking undue advantage of the difficult situation and causing severe damage to ordinary citizens and public property."

Nepal has seen two days of intense violence after an anti-government protest against a social media ban escalated into a broader movement against corruption and lack of transparency.

Nineteen protesters were killed in police action, fueling widespread outrage and larger demonstrations. The protesters, identifying as Gen Z, highlighted the stark contrast between politicians’ lavish lifestyles and the living conditions of ordinary Nepalese.

KP Sharma Oli resigned as Prime Minister on Tuesday following the violent protests triggered by the social media ban and public anger over corruption.