Opinion | From discord to accord
Summary
Nepal's Gen Z youth-led protests have marked a political turning point, challenging authority and promoting democratic governance through digital activism and civic engagement.
Key Points
- The youth-led protests on September 8-9 signaled a significant shift in Nepal’s political mood, emphasizing democratic values against authoritarianism.
- Gen Z activists engaged directly with Nepal Army Chief Ashok Sigdel, preventing a potential military coup and paving the way for civilian-led governance.
- Sushila Karki was chosen as interim prime minister via a virtual assembly on Discord, highlighting innovative democratic participation by young activists.
- The sustained activism of Gen Z is crucial to ensuring transparency, accountability, and long-term governance reforms in Nepal.
