Politics

Clashes broke out among Gen Z protesters in Sundhara, Kathmandu, on Wednesday amid the power vacuum following Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s resignation. Different youth groups gathered in the area, each claiming the right to lead a proposed interim government. The Nepal Army stepped in to control the situation and began talks with the protesters. However, disputes arose as rival groups put forward competing claims of leadership within the Gen Z movement. On Wednesday, the Army used loudspeakers outside its headquarters, asking groups to submit the names and contact details of their proposed “leaders.” Protesters were instructed to report on…

Amid the uncertainty following the Gen Z movement, President Ramchandra Paudel issued a statement on Thursday, urging citizens to remain calm and assured that efforts are underway to find a solution to the ongoing crisis. The President called on all sides to cooperate in maintaining peace and order in the country. He stressed that discussions and efforts are being made to explore a constitutional way out of the current difficult situation, while ensuring the protection of democracy and stability. In his statement, President Paudel also appealed to all parties to support the ongoing efforts to address the protesters’ demands swiftly…

Nepali Congress leader Arjun Narasingh KC has emphasized that President Ramchandra Poudel should address the nation regarding the current situation. Writing on social media, the former minister called for a public address to help stabilize the prevailing conditions. “Reports suggest that some are contemplating restricting political parties and obstructing constitutional processes, even entertaining unconstitutional ideas. The alternative to democracy is an improved and refined form of democracy. In the current situation, active dialogue and consensus efforts by the constitution and its guardian, the President, as well as a public address on the current state of affairs, are essential. This is…

Various groups claiming to represent the Gen Z generation began arguing in front of the military headquarters and the army cantonment today. As talks were set to begin to appoint former Chief Justice Sushila Karki as the head of an interim government, these groups insisted that their own nominated representatives, rather than Karki, should be appointed. The groups repeatedly demanded that their chosen individuals lead the government, with many mentioning Dharan Sub-Metropolitan Mayor Harka Sampang. The groups also expressed anger toward Indian media personnel present to cover the event. The army has been trying to disperse those arguing at the…

Nepali Congress leader Pradeep Paudel has put forward a four-point proposal aimed at resolving the ongoing political crisis in the country. In his proposal, Paudel emphasized the need for full commitment to democratic values and strengthening the rule of law. He also called for unity among all stakeholders to prevent the country from falling into a constitutional vacuum. Writing on Facebook on Thursday, the former minister stated: “The events of Bhadra 23 and 24, 2082 (Nepali calendar) and the resulting adverse circumstances have thrown the entire country into uncertainty. To overcome this political vacuum, it is essential for all of…

Dr. C.K. Raut, chair of Janamat Party, has appealed against dissolving Parliament and released a seven-point proposal to the Gen Z protesters. In a statement issued Thursday morning, he said that the current Parliament itself could form the basis for resolving the crisis and urged that Parliament be kept in place until another election is held. Expressing serious concern about the present instability, Raut said, “There is a risk that the country could be trapped in a cycle of indecision for the next ten years. Burning the constitution, dissolving Parliament, and vacating the seat of elected representatives would push the…

CPN-UML Chief Whip Mahesh Bartual has said that while it is a natural democratic right of citizens to express dissent against the government, hold it accountable, or demand a new one, they must not forget their minimum duty, responsibility, and accountability towards the nation. In a Facebook post today, Bartual clarified that democracy is not merely a tool for gaining or losing power but is directly linked to the country’s independence, sovereignty, national unity, territorial integrity, and the vitality of the constitution. “The current government, formed through democratic parliamentary procedures, has already opened the way for the creation of a…

Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki and businessman Durga Prasai have entered the Nepal Army headquarters under military security. Others, however, have not been allowed inside. As the Gen Z-led protests turned violent, the executive, legislative, and judicial bodies have collapsed. The President, Prime Minister, and top political leaders are currently under military protection, while the army has taken command of the country. Following Gen Z’s recommendation for Karki to lead an interim government, the army brought her to the headquarters for discussions.

The death toll in the Gen-Z movement, which has spread across the country, has reached 30, according to details collected from hospitals nationwide. Victims reportedly died while undergoing treatment at Trauma Center, Civil Hospital, Everest Hospital, and others. According to the Ministry of Health: Outside the Kathmandu Valley, 5 people died at Bheri Hospital, Banke, and 2 at BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences, Dharan. The 5 who died in Banke were prisoners from the Nauabasta Regional Prison and Juvenile Reform Center. Apart from 3 police personnel, the names of the deceased have not yet been officially released by authorities.…

GenZ representatives have clarified that medical entrepreneur Durga Prasai is in no way their stakeholder. The statement was made during a discussion on Discord, which was attended by around 10,000 participants. The representatives said, “For us, under no circumstances is a person like Durga Prasai a stakeholder.” Meanwhile, the debate also touched on whether to support monarchy or republic. The majority of participants expressed that they do not accept monarchy.