Churches express concern over escalating violence in Nepal - Faith & Freedom News

Churches Express Concern Over Escalating Violence in Nepal

🚨 URGENT: Religious Organizations Call for Peace Amid Nepal Crisis 🚨

📸 Thamel, a tourist-oriented commercial area in central Kathmandu, Nepal
Photo: Albin Hillert/LWF

The Christian Conference of Asia expressed grave concern over the tragic loss of lives and escalating violence during the past two days amid protests in Nepal. “The unrest, which began on 8 September, is rapidly threatening peace and the safety of civilians across the nation.”

22+

Lives Lost

100+

Injured

📅 Crisis Timeline

September 8, 2025

Unrest began with anti-corruption protests following government-imposed social media ban and widespread frustration over corruption and economic hardship.

Root Causes of Unrest

The demonstrations were sparked by multiple factors:

📵 Government-imposed social media ban
💰 Widespread frustration over corruption
📉 Economic hardship affecting citizens

⚠️ Escalating Violence

Reports indicate severe clashes between police and anti-corruption protesters with:

Protesters setting fire to government buildings
Attacks on private residences of former ministers
Security forces using live ammunition
Deployment of tear gas and rubber bullets
Growing concerns about disproportionate use of force

🕊️ Church Leadership Response

There are accounts of disproportionate use of force by security personnel in dealing with protestors. The Christian Conference of Asia calls for restraint from all parties involved in the conflict.

🤲 Call for Peaceful Resolution

“At the same time, we implore protestors to pursue their grievances through dialogue and other peaceful means, refraining from attacks on infrastructure or actions that endanger peace and security in the country.”

The ongoing destruction of government and private property only fuels chaos and deepens national instability, according to church leaders.