Kathmandu, 17 Nov: The Gen-Z movement has intensified in Mexico. Violent clashes during protests against President Claudia Sheinbaum’s government have left at least 120 people injured, according to the international news agency AFP. Most of the injured are police officers.
The protests were called through social media by representatives of the Gen-Z movement against drug-related violence and Sheinbaum’s security policies. However, the demonstrations saw participation from people of various age groups, not just Gen-Z.
President Sheinbaum, who has been in office since October last year, has faced continuous criticism over her security policies following several high-profile murders. Mexico City’s security chief, Pablo Vázquez, stated that the protest had been peaceful for several hours, but clashes erupted after some individuals began violent activities.
According to Vázquez, a hundred police officers were injured, 40 of whom required hospital treatment after receiving first aid. It was also confirmed that 20 protestors were injured. Security officials have detained 20 people on various charges. Many protestors carried banners and wore hats featuring the picture of Carlos Manzo, the mayor of Uruapan in Michoacán state, who was killed recently. Manzo was known for leading a tough campaign against drug trafficking groups.
President Sheinbaum claimed that the movement against her government was inspired by foreign forces. Violence broke out when protestors gathered in front of the president’s residence and office. Security forces used tear gas and fire extinguishers to protect the buildings and disperse the crowd.
In Nepal, the Gen-Z movement that took place on September 8/9 also caused significant loss of life and property. The powerful government fell due to the Gen-Z movement. A total of 76 people lost their lives during the protests, and many others are still undergoing treatment for their injuries.
The Gen-Z movement, which led to a government change in Nepal, is now ongoing in Indonesia, Morocco, Peru, Madagascar, Kenya, the Philippines, and East Timor.
