KATHMANDU: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has not raised any questions regarding the role of former KMC Mayor and current Prime Minister Balen Shah in its investigation into the Gen-Z movement that took place on September 8 and 9, 2025.
In its report made public on Wednesday, the commission noted that hundreds of individuals, including those involved in leadership roles of the state as well as those engaged in various activities during the protests, could be subject to further investigation and accountability.
However, the report does not specifically mention or question Balen Shah, who was serving as the Mayor of Kathmandu during the protests.
The NHRC has recommended further investigation and possible action against individuals who made statements on social media or played different roles during the protest period.
During the Gen-Z movement, Balen Shah had posted several statements on social media supporting the protests at one point and later calling for restraint, which observers say helped shape the environment around the movement.
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