Nepal Protests: What’s Really Driving the Gen Z Protests? Explained

Nepal is facing a political crisis after Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned when his residence, and those of other leaders, were set ablaze during mass youth-led protests. The unrest, called the “Gen Z protests,” erupted after the deaths of 19 demonstrators, many students, defying a curfew. Initially triggered by a ban on 26 social media platforms, the protests have broadened to demands for jobs, accountability, and an end to corruption. Critics say ageing leaders and entrenched privilege have failed the youth, fuelling frustration amid high unemployment, political instability, and widespread graft that has dominated Nepal since becoming a republic. #nepalprotests #nepalindiarelationship #pmolive #genzprotest #kathmanduprotest Moneycontrol is India’s leading financial portal, offering market news, expert analysis, and powerful tools. A part of Network18, moneycontrol.com is India’s most trusted destination for financial and business news. Subscribe: https://bit.ly/moneycontrolyoutube Follow us: Visit https://www.moneycontrol.com/ Facebook: /moneycontrol Twitter: /moneycontrolcom Instagram: /moneycontrolcom