India News | Bengal Police Sets Up Helpline Desk at India-Nepal Border to Assist Stranded Tourists
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Amid the politicial turmoil and unrest in Nepal, West Bengal Police has set up a dedicated helpline desk at the Panitanki India-Nepal border in Darjeeling district to assist tourists stranded in Nepal.
Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], September 12 (ANI): Amid the politicial turmoil and unrest in Nepal, West Bengal Police has set up a dedicated helpline desk at the Panitanki India-Nepal border in Darjeeling district to assist tourists stranded in Nepal.
The desk provides food packets and transport facilities for those returning safely to India through the Panitanki border.
Nepal is experiencing significant turmoil due to youth-led protests against the government's alleged corruption and a controversial social media ban, which has resulted in widespread violence, arson, and vandalism, severely disrupting daily life.
The situation was triggered amid protests that began on September 8, 2025, in Kathmandu and other major cities, including Pokhara, Butwal, and Birgunj, following the government's imposition of a ban on major social media platforms, citing concerns over tax revenue and cybersecurity.
The death toll from the ongoing Gen Z protests in the Kathmandu Valley has climbed to 34, as reported by The Himalayan Times, citing data released by the Ministry of Health and Population of Nepal.
According to The Himalayan Times, over 1,368 people have been injured amid the protests across the country.
Meanwhile, a high-level meeting between Nepal's Army Chief, Ashok Raj Sigdel, Chief Justice Prakash Man Singh Raut and the CPN (Maoist Centre) leaders will take place at the President's House on Friday. Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel is also expected to take part in the meeting.
Earlier on Thursday, the leaders of the Gen-Z protest in a press conference also collectively endorsed former Chief Justice Sushila Karki as their nominee for interim Prime Minister, citing her integrity and independence, following the resignation of the Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli after widespread protests across the nation.
Youth leaders at the forefront of the demonstrations have also stated that the widespread corruption and political stagnation were the core reasons behind their mass mobilisation against the government.
Kathmandu Metropolitan City Mayor Balendra Shah 'Balen' has also voiced his support for Karki, strengthening her standing as the probable candidate of the Gen Z movement.
The protests began on September 8, 2025, in Kathmandu and other major cities, including Pokhara, Butwal, and Birgunj, following the government's imposition of a ban on major social media platforms, citing concerns over tax revenue and cybersecurity.
Curfew was imposed in several cities, including Kathmandu, to control the situation, which will continue till 5 pm today and will again be imposed from 7 pm until 6 am on Saturday, as per a statement issued by the Nepalese Army.
Protesters have been demanding an end to "institutionalised corruption and favouritism" in governance. They want the government to be more accountable and transparent in its decision-making processes.
Public frustration deepened further when the "Nepo Babies" trend on social media exposed the lavish lifestyles of politicians' children, highlighting the economic disparity between them and ordinary citizens. (ANI)
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