Opinion | Gen Z’s message for governance reform

Summary

On September 9, 2022, Nepal experienced near-total anarchy during the caretaker prime ministership of KP Sharma Oli, who failed to uphold constitutional duties, leading to widespread chaos and destruction.

Key Points
  • On September 9, 2022, Nepal descended into near-total anarchy while KP Sharma Oli was the caretaker prime minister.
  • Oli retained full powers and responsibilities as caretaker PM but failed to maintain law and order during the crisis.
  • The article criticizes Oli for abandoning constitutional duties, comparing him to other world leaders who fled in moments of reckoning.
  • It argues for legal and political accountability for acts of omission by leaders in Nepal to prevent future governance failures.
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