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Over 7,500 prisoners escape following nationwide Gen Z protests

Security forces including Nepal Army have been deployed nationwide to recapture the escaped prisoners.
By REPUBLICA

KATHMANDU, Sept 10: Following the escalation of the Gen Z protest that began on Monday, a total of 7,557 prisoners reportedly escaped from various jails across Nepal.



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According to source within Home Ministry, the escapes were reported from multiple facilities, including Dillibazar Jail (1,100), Chitwan (700), Nakkhu (1,200), Jhumpka in Sunsari (1,575), Kanchanpur (450), Kailali (612), Jaleshwar (576), Kaski (773), Dang (124), Jumla (36), Solukhumbu (86), Gaur (260), and Bajhang (65).


Security forces including Nepal Army have been deployed nationwide to recapture the escaped prisoners. Authorities have urged citizens to remain cautious and report any suspicious activities.

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