KATHMANDU, Oct. 29 -- In the aftermath of the Gen-Z protests that swept Kathmandu earlier this month, Nepal Police has formed a high-level committee to investigate both the humanitarian and material losses incurred during the demonstrations. The inquiry comes after a largely peaceful protest on September 8 escalated into violence the following day.

Inspector General of Police Chandra Kuber Khapung announced the formation of the investigation commission, placing it under the leadership of Additional Inspector General Sushil Singh Rathore, head of the Central Investigation Bureau. The commission will carry out a detailed review of the police response, including the use of force against youth and students, human casualties, operational laps...