Massive Gen Z protests Nepal have forced Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli to resign after violent demonstrations rocked the Himalayan nation. Protesters stormed parliament, attacked politicians’ homes, and torched luxury hotels. The movement, driven mostly by youth, reflects frustration with corruption and inequality. With Nepal among the world’s poorest countries, anger over lavish lifestyles of elites has erupted into the worst upheaval in years.
Clashes between protesters and security forces have left at least 34 people dead and over 1,300 injured. The army has imposed a strict curfew, patrolling Kathmandu’s streets for a second day. Protesters also set fire to parliament, the Supreme Court, and the prime minister’s office. High-end hotels such as the Hilton and Hyatt Regency were badly damaged but safely evacuated. The whereabouts of Oli remain unknown since the attacks on his residence.
Leaders of the Gen Z protests Nepal say infiltrators caused much of the violence. However, analysts see growing anger at wealth inequality and corruption. The movement has no interest in holding power but wants deep reforms. Protest leaders demand the dissolution of parliament and an end to elite politics. They argue the same old leaders cannot solve Nepal’s crisis. Their message of change has resonated widely with frustrated youth.
President Ramchandra Paudel has appealed for calm and is seeking a constitutional solution. Army chief General Ashok Raj Sigdel has met protest representatives to discuss next steps. Former chief justice Sushila Karki has emerged as a possible interim leader. Some activists and politicians back her to lead a transition government and hold new elections. The proposal has also gained support from Kathmandu’s young mayor, Balendra Shah.
The Gen Z protests Nepal gained momentum through social media, where images of leaders’ children flaunting luxury lifestyles went viral. This angered young Nepalis struggling with high unemployment and poverty. The crisis deepened after more than 13,500 prisoners escaped during the unrest, adding pressure on security forces. With old leaders sidelined and new voices rising, Nepal now faces a critical test. The youth-led movement has shaken the system and demands lasting change.