Kathmandu – Nepal Police has called on the public to provide evidence to help take action against those involved in arson and looting during the recent Gen Z protests.

Requesting public support, police asked for photos, videos, and social media links related to incidents of arson, looting, and other activities that created fear among people in Kathmandu Valley and other parts of the country. Such evidence can be sent to the official police email address, [email protected]
. Police also assured that the identity of those providing information would remain confidential.

During the Gen Z demonstrations on September 8 and 9, public and private properties across the country were damaged, with reports of cash, jewelry, and goods being looted. This time, even police offices and barracks were attacked and set on fire, with weapons, uniforms, and even food items like rice and lentils looted, according to police.

Police added that they had identified and arrested most of those involved in violent activities from March 28 protest, and warned that similar legal action would be taken against those responsible for violence during the Gen Z protests.