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What’s next after the Nepal protests? How the Gen Z revolution is changing politics

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More than 70 people were killed by police fire or in arson attacks during the Gen Z-led protests.

More than 70 people were killed by police fire or in arson attacks during the Gen Z-led protests.

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  • Nepal's government fell after protests against corruption and inequality, driven by Gen Z due to issues like high youth unemployment.
  • Interim PM Karki faces a March 2026 election to meet youth demands of integrity; young voters want an inclusive, uncorrupt system.
  • Gen Z are live-streaming debates, seeking transparent government, facing challenges such as potential political violence and external influence.

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- Nepal is at a crossroads once again.

After protests earlier in September

toppled the Himalayan republic’s government

, interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki now faces a race against time to find capable candidates to contest an election that has been called for March 5, 2026.

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