KATHMANDU – Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned from his post, following a week of intense and deadly protests across the country. The resignation comes after mass demonstrations, primarily led by young “Gen Z” protesters, erupted in response to a controversial social media ban and widespread allegations of corruption.
The political turmoil escalated on Monday, September 8, when protests turned violent, leading to clashes with security forces that left at least 19 people dead and hundreds injured. The demonstrations, which initially focused on a government-imposed ban on several social media platforms, quickly evolved into a broader movement against government corruption and what protesters described as an authoritarian attitude.
Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak had already resigned on Monday evening, taking moral responsibility for the government’s handling of the protests. Oli’s resignation follows this and marks a significant turning point in the country’s political crisis.
The social media ban, which blocked platforms like Facebook, X, and WhatsApp, had sparked public outrage, with many calling it a direct assault on freedom of expression. Despite the government lifting the ban in a bid to quell the unrest, the protests continued, demanding Oli’s resignation.
The Himalayan nation is now grappling with a political vacuum as parties scramble to form a new government. The youth-led movement has underscored deep-seated frustrations with the political establishment, pushing for greater accountability and transparency.
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