Nepal's Prime Minister, Oli, steps down following violent protests by young demonstrators who set fire to his private residence and the parliament building.
In the heart of Kathmandu, a wave of change is sweeping through the city as young protesters queue up outside hospitals, donating blood and waiting anxiously for news of the wounded. This outpouring of support comes amidst a series of demonstrations, known as the "Gen Z revolt," that began due to the government blocking social media platforms that failed to register under new oversight rules.
The protests, fuelled by a desire for change, have seen placards reading "Stop corruption, not social media," and hashtags like #NepoKids and #PoliticiansNepoBabyNepal trending online. The real target of these protests, according to demonstrators, is entrenched corruption, nepotism, and decades of poor governance.
Several of the wounded protesters have suffered gunshot injuries to the head and chest, according to doctors at Kathmandu's National Trauma Centre. This violence has led to a significant moment in Nepal's political landscape, with Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, along with the agriculture, health, and youth and sports ministers, resigning on Monday due to the police crackdown.
The Prime Minister, KP Sharma Oli, who has been in power since 2018, announced his resignation to "restore peace and stability" after the bloodshed. The president is expected to appoint an interim leader until fresh elections are held. However, the question does not provide specific information on who will be appointed in this role. Generally, in Nepal, the President appoints a new Prime Minister, not an interim president, unless referring to a temporary or caretaker position during a transition period.
Rights groups have warned that Oli's departure will not end the crisis unless systemic corruption is addressed. Protester Narayan Acharya stated that they are protesting because their youths and friends are getting killed. The protesters vowed to continue demonstrations until "real change" takes root.
The people of Nepal stand united in their fight for a corruption-free future. As the dust settles on the streets of Kathmandu, the question remains: will this "Gen Z revolt" be the catalyst for the change that Nepal so desperately needs?
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