KATHMANDU: The National Human Rights Commission has stated that a group allegedly mobilized under the leadership of former Home Minister Sudan Gurung played a role in inciting violence during the Gen-Z movement protests held across the country on September 8 and 9, 2025.
In its investigation report made public on Wednesday, the commission said the group known as “TOB,” allegedly led by Hami Nepal Chair Sudan Gurung, turned the peaceful demonstrations violent.
According to the report, the situation became tense after a biker group of around 15 to 20 individuals wearing black T-shirts marked with “TOB” and tattoos bearing the same name entered the protest site.
The report states that the group took control of the peaceful protest, used students as shields, hurled stones at security personnel, and attempted attacks and arson targeting the Parliament building.
The commission also noted that the incidents caused damage to property and injuries, while ambulances and vehicles carrying the National Human Rights Commission’s monitoring team were vandalized and set on fire.
According to the report, the “TOB” group appeared to be directly involved in provoking demonstrators, inciting anger, and encouraging attacks against security personnel and the Parliament building.
However, the commission has recommended further investigation to determine the real identities of the individuals involved, their connection with the organizers, and under whose direction they were operating.
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