"Mass Gen Z demonstrations in Nepal bring down the government. Curfews imposed. Soldiers on the streets. A prime minister forced to resign. After a social media blackout and years of corruption charges, the protests turned violent, leaving dozens dead. Nepal's army is now in talks with demonstrators to decide on an interim leader after KP Sharma Oli stepped down during the unrest."
"Why are so many young people angry and what comes next for Nepal?"
"Presenter: Stefanie Dekker Guests: Birat Bijay Ojha Writer Sahana Bajracharya Journalist Subina Shrestha Journalist and filmmaker"
Mass demonstrations led largely by Gen Z forced political upheaval in Nepal, culminating in the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. Security forces imposed curfews and soldiers deployed across cities as protests escalated following a social media blackout and longstanding corruption allegations. Violent confrontations resulted in dozens of deaths and widespread unrest. Nepal’s army entered direct talks with demonstrators about selecting an interim leader. Young protesters mobilized around grievances including corruption, political stagnation, diminished accountability, and restrictions on communication. The immediate questions concern transitional leadership, civilian-military relations, potential renewed violence, and prospects for democratic reform and accountability.
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