Kathmandu, Oct. 19 -- The Nepali Army on Friday said it has no interest in politics. Speaking at a press conference organized to brief about the post-Gen Z movement situation, Major General Anup Jung Thapa stated, "The Army does not engage in politics. It is clear from the dialogue with Gen Z that the Army does not do politics. During critical times, the Army only evaluates the security situation objectively and takes necessary initiatives to maintain peace and order."

During the press conference, a journalist asked whether the Army had been aware of the protest beforehand and whether there had been coordination with other security agencies. The Army, however, chose not to answer the question. When the same question was repeated, Major G...