GenZ Movement Anniversary: From Protests to Balen Shah's Prime Minister Appointment
Summary
The GenZ movement anniversary recounts last year’s protests, the collapse of the old political order, and the formation of an interim government followed by new elections. Balen Shah is later appointed prime minister, while KP Sharma Oli and Ramesh Lekhak are arrested over the deadly crackdown on protesters.
Key Points
- The GenZ movement erupted after a social media ban and escalated into nationwide protests, arson and deadly clashes that killed at least 69 people.
- KP Sharma Oli resigned, and an interim government led by Sushila Karki was formed with new elections announced for February 13.
- Balen Shah later joined RSP, entered national politics, and was appointed prime minister after the election.
- Former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and Ramesh Lekhak were later arrested in connection with the crackdown on protesters.
