KATHMANDU, Sept. 15 -- Government records show that 72 people have died so far in connection with the Gen-Z movement. Serious questions have emerged over how gunfire erupted during the September 8 protest, resulting in such heavy casualties. Police have yet to disclose what kind of weapons were used in the incident that left dozens dead.

No authority has been willing to explain how security forces managed the Gen-Z demonstrations. While there are suspicions of lapses in intelligence gathering, nearly 19 people were killed on the spot and more than 100 were injured. It remains unclear whether the responsibility lies solely with the police or whether another group infiltrated the protest.

Experts suggest that automatic weapons may have be...