540 Indian Prisoners Absconding in Nepal After Gen Z Protests
Around 540 Indian nationals remain at large after escaping prisons in Nepal during the recent Gen Z-led anti-government protests, authorities confirmed on Sunday.
Key Takeaways
- 540 Indian prisoners are still absconding in Nepal
- Mass prison break occurred during September 9 protests
- Over 13,000 prisoners initially escaped nationwide
- Government has issued nationwide alerts for recapture
Mass Prison Break Details
During the second day of anti-government demonstrations on September 9, more than 13,000 prisoners escaped from jails across Nepal. Authorities confirmed at least 5,000 Nepali citizens remain at large alongside the 540 Indian nationals and 108 prisoners of other nationalities.
Recovery Efforts and Casualties
The government has issued nationwide alerts to locate the escapees, with the Home Ministry instructing absconding prisoners to return to their detention centers. Ten inmates died during clashes with security forces, while 7,735 escapees have either returned voluntarily or been recaptured as of September 28.
Protest Background
The unrest erupted on September 8-9 when thousands of youths under the Gen Z banner held anti-government protests in Kathmandu, resulting in 76 deaths.
