Why it matters:
The protest marks one of the largest youth-led uprisings in recent months, fueled by frustration over digital censorship and a lack of government accountability.
The big picture:
Nepal blocked access to platforms, including Facebook, last week, citing failure to register with authorities and concerns over misuse.
Officials say fake accounts have been used to spread hate speech, misinformation, and commit fraud.
At least 14 killed in clashes in Nepal.
The crackdown:
Authorities imposed a curfew around parliament after protesters broke through police barricades.
Police were ordered to use water cannons, batons, and rubber bullets to control the crowd, according to Kathmandu district spokesperson Muktiram Rijal.
The curfew is set to remain in effect until 10 p.m. local time (1615 GMT).
The scene:
Protesters, many in school uniforms and waving national flags, carried placards reading “Shut down corruption, not social media,” “Unban social media,” and “Youths against corruption.”
Demonstrations near the parliament building are prohibited, and police erected barbed wire to block access.
Hossein Amiri - ahmad shirzadian
