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SpiceJet has cancelled all flights to and from Kathmandu due to violent protests in Nepal. The airline announced the cancellations through social media and will notify affected passengers directly. Meanwhile, Nepal's Prime Minister KP Oli has resigned as youth-led demonstrations continue across the country. Indian authorities have also tightened security along the Nepal border in response to the escalating situation.

Key Points: SpiceJet Cancels Kathmandu Flights Amid Nepal Gen Z Protests

  • SpiceJet cancels all Kathmandu flights due to violent protests
  • 19 protesters killed and 500 injured in Monday clashes
  • Nepal PM KP Oli resigns amid ongoing demonstrations
  • Protesters breach Singha Durbar government complex
  • Uttarakhand tightens security along Indo-Nepal border
  • Government lifted social media ban after violent clashes
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SpiceJet cancels all Sep 10 flights to and from Kathmandu amid Gen Z protests

SpiceJet cancels all Kathmandu flights as Nepal protests turn violent with 19 dead. PM Oli resigns amid youth-led demonstrations against government corruption.

"Due to the prevailing situation in Kathmandu, our flights To/From Kathmandu stand cancelled for 10th Sep'25. - SpiceJet"

New Delhi, September 9

Amid the ongoing violent protests in Nepal, SpiceJet Airlines on Tuesday cancelled all flights to and from Kathmandu for September 10.

In a post on social media X, the airlines wrote that the information would be communicated to the passengers via SMS or email on their registered contact details.

https://x.com/flyspicejet/status/1965383173669372041

"#TravelAdvisory: Due to the prevailing situation in Kathmandu, our flights To/From Kathmandu stand cancelled for 10th Sep'25. The information will be communicated to all the passengers via SMS/Email on their registered contact details. For re-bookings and refunds, please contact our 24/7 Helpline Numbers at +91 (0)124 4983410 / +91 (0)124 7101600 or refer link: https://changes.spicejet.com/index.html#/," the airlines said.

This comes after at least 19 protesters died in clashes with police, and hundreds of others sustained injuries in Kathmandu and surrounding towns in agitations led by the country's youth against the government's corruption and social media ban on Monday.

On Monday alone, 19 protesters were killed and around 500 were injured during clashes around the Federal Parliament and other sites in Kathmandu, The Himalayan Times reported.

The government lifted the ban late last night after violent clashes, but just hours later, protesters gathered in Kathmandu to renew their protest, alleging government corruption.

Meanwhile, the Uttarakhand Police Headquarters have tightened their security along the Indo-Nepal border, a release from the CMO said.

Pithoragarh Police, along with SSB personnel, are conducting regular patrolling and combing operations along the Kali River and other sensitive areas within the border police station jurisdictions.

Nepal Prime Minister KP Oli on Tuesday resigned as violent protests continued for the second day in various parts of the country. Oli's secretariat confirmed his resignation, local media reported. Four ministers had earlier resigned from the government.

The violent Gen Z protesters entered the Singha Durbar premises on Tuesday after breaking through its western gate, reported The Himalayan Times. According to The Himalayan Times, witnesses reported that the crowd forced its way past the main gates into the country's central administrative complex.

Singha Durbar is the seat of Nepal's government's various ministries and offices. The breach came amid the intensifying protests in the country.

- ANI

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Priya S
This is so sad. 19 young lives lost 😔 Hope our Nepali brothers and sisters find peaceful resolution. The youth are fighting for their future - reminds me of our own protests against corruption.
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Aditya G
Smart move by Uttarakhand Police to tighten border security. We share such a long open border with Nepal - need to be prepared for any spillover effects. Better safe than sorry!
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Sarah B
While safety is important, I hope SpiceJet has proper customer support in place. Their helpline is always busy during crises. They need to improve their communication systems.
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Vikram M
PM Oli resigning shows how powerful people's movements can be. The youth in Nepal are showing incredible courage. Hope India learns from this - corruption is a cancer everywhere.
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Kavya N
My heart goes out to all affected families. So many injured and lives lost. Hope the situation stabilizes soon. Nepal is such a beautiful country with wonderful people - they deserve peace and good governance.

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