Government Accelerates Classification of Gen-Z Protest Injured for Financial Support

Kathmandu,  — The government has stepped up efforts to classify individuals injured during the Gen-Z demonstrations held on September 8 and 9. The Home Ministry said the accelerated process follows a procedure approved by the Council of Ministers on December 8, aimed at providing livelihood support and financial assistance based on the severity of injuries sustained during the protests.

According to the Secretariat of Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal, District Administration Offices (DAOs) will first make recommendations regarding the classification of the injured. These recommendations will then be certified by the Ministry of Health and Population.

A technical committee, led by the Secretary of the Ministry of Health, has been tasked with categorizing the injured into four groups based on the degree of disability: minor, moderate, serious, and very serious.

Under the established procedure, individuals with serious injuries will receive a monthly allowance of NPR 9,000, while those classified with very serious injuries are eligible for a monthly livelihood allowance of NPR 18,000. Individuals with moderate injuries will receive NPR 4,000 per month.

Home Minister Aryal emphasized that the classification process is being expedited to ensure timely support and to align with public sentiment. The Ministry has directed relevant authorities to fast-track the process, and the classification facilitation committee has confirmed that work is progressing accordingly.

This initiative is part of the government’s broader effort to provide social and financial support to those affected by the Gen-Z movement while ensuring transparency and accuracy in assessing the extent of injuries.