Nepal Gen Z Protest: Political Crisis Deepens
Government Collapse Amid Protests
Nepal is witnessing a violent anti-government movement led by Generation Z (Gen Z) protesters.
On Tuesday, the protests forced the resignation of prime minister KP Sharma Oli and five cabinet ministers, including the Agriculture and Health Ministers.
Their departure has triggered a deep political crisis in the country.
Key Demands of Protesters
Rewrite or amend the constitution to reflect the aspirations of the new generation.
Comprehensive reforms in governance for transparency and accountability.
Investigation of politicians’ wealth allegedly looted over the last three decades.
Martyr status to all protest victims, with families receiving state honors and financial relief.
Special programs to reduce unemployment, curb migration, and eliminate social injustice.
Protesters’ Statement
Protest leaders clarified that the agitation is not for any political party or leader, but for the future of the nation.
They stressed that peace can only be ensured with a new political system.
Protesters expressed hope that President Ramchandra Poudel and the Nepali army would support their proposals.
Violence and Destruction
Demonstrations escalated into violence with attacks on residences of top political leaders.
Parliament house and the supreme court were set on fire.
Banks were vandalized and looted by mobs.
A Deputy Superintendent of police (DSP) was killed after ordering firing on protesters.
Attacks on Political Leaders
Former PM Sher Bahadur Deuba, his wife, and Foreign minister Arju Rana Deuba were beaten inside their residence.
Former PM Jhalanath Khanal’s wife, Rajlakshmi Chitrakar, was locked inside her home and burned alive.
Finance minister Vishnu Poudel was brutally beaten on the streets outside his house; videos show protesters kicking him.
Security Situation
Tribhuvan international Airport was closed amid escalating tensions.
The Nepali army has taken charge of security in Kathmandu and other affected areas.
Both the President and army Chief ashok Raj Sigdel appealed for restraint and urged protesters to return to talks.
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