KATHMANDU: The Nepal Bar Association has strongly objected to the report of the investigation commission on the September 8 and 9, 2025, Gen Z protests, stating that it exceeds jurisdiction and undermines the judiciary and legal profession.

The Bar has convened an emergency meeting of its Advisory Committee at 1:30 PM and a separate Constitutional Committee meeting to formulate an institutional response. It said the report contains remarks that could create public distrust toward legal practitioners.

According to the Bar, the commission overstepped by commenting on judicial and professional matters, portraying the legal sector in a negative light. The report highlights issues such as high legal fees, limited access to justice, and claims that the system risks becoming a ‘lawyers’ paradise.’

Bar officials argue that while reform discussions are valid, such observations should not be made in a way that damages the credibility of the judiciary. The meetings are expected to deliberate on the report’s implications and determine the Bar’s official position.