"Blazing youth-led, anti-government demonstrations dubbed as the "GenZ" protests erupted across Nepal earlier this week, toppling the previous administration led by Khadga Prasad Oli, leaving the parliament in flames and the army in control. Elections in Nepal set for March On Friday, former Supreme Court Chief Justice Sushila Karki took oath as the interim prime minister, becoming the first woman to head the South Asian country."
"73-year-old Karki is known for her stand against graft in the government during her term as chief justice. Her appointment came after intense negotiations between the army, the president and "Gen Z" representatives. A social media ban by Oli's government had led to the violent protests that left at least 51 people dead. The ban was withdrawn but the unrest raged on over broader issues concerning Nepal's prolonged economic woes. ."
Daily life in Kathmandu eased as an interim prime minister assumed office and curfew restrictions and troop presence were reduced. Youth-led, anti-government GenZ protests toppled the previous administration, set the parliament ablaze, and prompted army control of parts of the capital. Former Supreme Court Chief Justice Sushila Karki, known for her anti-graft stance, was sworn in as interim prime minister and became the country's first woman leader. The president dissolved parliament and fixed March 5 for elections. A withdrawn social media ban had triggered violent unrest that left at least 51 people dead, and protesters used platforms like Discord to mobilize.
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