Tilottama, Sept. 20 -- Civil society groups, local organisations, and residents in Rupandehi district have stepped in to help government offices resume services after they were damaged or set on fire during the Gen Z protests on September 8 and 9.

During the protests, the Area Police Office in ward 9 of Tilottama Municipality was severely damaged by fire, destroying all office materials and vehicles.

To help the office resume public services, Tilottama Guys, a local youth organisation, provided furniture, repainted the premises, and supplied materials for electrical wiring. The restoration work began on September 10, helping the office resume its services.

Pujan KC, chair of Tilottama Guys, said the protests had caused significant dama...