Kathmandu: Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Jagadish Kharel, today visited the Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (TUTH) to meet those injured during the Gen-Z demonstrations, along with their guardians. The visit underscores the government’s attention to the aftermath of the protests and its commitment to addressing the needs of the injured.
According to National News Agency RSS, Minister Kharel engaged with the medical professionals responsible for the treatment of the injured, seeking updates on their health conditions. He emphasized the importance of leaving no stone unturned in providing the best possible care. The Minister conveyed his wishes for a swift recovery for those affected and reiterated the government’s dedication to addressing the underlying causes of the demonstrations in the future.
Minister Kharel expressed that the current government, which was established on the foundation of the Gen-Z demonstrations, is committed to fulfilling the spirit of the protests, as well as honoring the voices of those injured and the martyrs. “Our current wish and priority is the prompt recovery of the injured. Then we will go for actions to deliver for the cause of the martyrs and the injured,” he stated.
During the visit, injured protester Rabi Bhandari urged the Minister to ensure that the demands of the Gen-Z demonstrations are implemented. Bhandari, a 29-year-old from Sindhuli, shared his concerns about the sacrifices made by the protesters. As the primary breadwinner for his family, Bhandari’s injury has left his future and his family’s financial stability in jeopardy.
Kusudevi Thapa, the mother of another injured protester, 18-year-old Sunil Thapa, expressed her hopes for government assistance. She highlighted her son’s aspirations to go to Japan before the protests and emphasized the need for support to restore his mobility following his injuries.
The Ministry of Health and Population reports that out of the 2,316 individuals injured during the protests and subsequently admitted to hospitals, 2,212 have been discharged after receiving treatment. Currently, 56 people remain under care, including seven at TUTH.