‘Dear Balen, Take Now or Never’ gains traction on social media
Summary
Social media users in Kathmandu are urging Mayor Balendra Shah to resign and lead the nation, amid backlash against government crackdowns on protests which have resulted in multiple deaths.
Key Points
- Social media platforms are flooded with calls for Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah to resign and take national leadership.
- Netizens are urging Balen to establish a new political party and provide a new direction away from traditional parties.
- The government crackdown on Gen Z's peaceful protests against social media bans and corruption has led to at least 20 deaths nationwide.
- Following the protests, Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak resigned on moral grounds, and there are calls for Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli to step down.
