Kathmandu – A massive fire during the Gen-Z protests has destroyed important documents at the Kathmandu District Administration Office, including citizenship records, passports, case files, and institutional documents.

According to Assistant Chief District Officer Muktiram Rijal, about 150,000 national identity cards that were ready for distribution were reduced to ashes. Citizenship records dating back to 2025 BS were also lost in the fire.

Institutional records, complaints, and case files were among the damaged materials. Despite the losses, the office has resumed its services, including citizenship issuance, minor ID cards, and recommendations for duplicate citizenship certificates.