KATHMANDU, Dec 22: The Nepali Army (NA) has reiterated that its response to the September 8–9 Gen Z movement was in line with fulfilling the decisions of the President and the executive head, with unhindered respect for the Constitution.
In a detailed clarification published through the state-owned news agency Rastriya Samachar Samiti (RSS), the national army stated that it acted strictly within constitutional limits, prioritising the protection of lives, including civilians, diplomats, and vital installations. It said that it was committed to civilian supremacy and democratic principles.
Nepali Army says Gen Z protest response were guided by objectiv...
The NA said it facilitated dialogue among stakeholders after the protest to prevent the crisis from worsening. The NA also rejected allegations of political ambition or power intervention, saying its role was to help resolve the political vacuum created during the protests, not to influence governance.
The army also clarified that internal security is primarily the responsibility of the police and the Armed Police Force (APF), with the army serving as a last resort, and that symbolic gestures of national unity should not be interpreted as political messaging. Highlighting its long-standing record of supporting constitutional transitions and democratic continuity, the NA called for an objective analysis of past crises to strengthen security agencies and ensure national welfare.
As Nepal prepares for upcoming elections, the army pledged continued coordination with security institutions to ensure peaceful and fear-free voting, reaffirming its dedication to the Constitution, national unity, and democratic governance.
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