Nepal social media ban lifted: Bitchat, Discord, TikTok see surge in use

At least 51 people, including an Indian national, have died in the recent “Gen Z” protests that erupted across Nepal against corruption and a ban on social media sites.

In a September 8 statement, the government said it respected freedom of thought and expression and was committed to “creating an environment for their protection and unfettered use.” On September 9, it announced the decision to lift the ban following violent youth-led demonstrations in several parts of the country.

During the ban, a handful of apps remained available and were…