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Poll Shows Public Trust in Balen Shah's Government Remains High
Kathmandu. Exactly one year ago today, on Bhadra 23, 082, when the Gen Z generation took to the streets, perhaps no one imagined that
Gen Z Protest Leads to Political Shift in Nepal
Kathmandu. Last year on this day, i.e., Bhadra 23, the 'Gen Z' youth group took to the streets from Kathmandu to various cities of Nepal. That movement changed the political direction of Nepal.The Gen Z movement and the events of the past year are presented here in a timeline.082 Bhadra 23Until 10 AM (Peaceful gathering and protest)From early morning, youths and students spontaneously started gathering at Maitighar Mandala in Kathmandu. This was not an event organized under the banner of any political party, but a spontaneous solidarity of Gen Z youths connected through alternative means like Discord, Viber, and Telegram.Protesters...
One Year Anniversary of Youth Movement Against Corruption
Kathmandu. One year has passed since the historic movement by the youth generation (Gen Z) against good governance and corruption. This unprecedented revolt, which began in August last year, changed the country's political landscape. The youth's anger erupted on the streets after the then government suddenly banned 26 social media platforms. On one hand, ordinary citizens were forced to go abroad due to extreme economic despair and unemployment, while on the other hand, the luxurious lifestyles displayed by the families of leaders and the influential increased public dissatisfaction. Disillusionment with the old leaders who had been holding the reins of power...
Gen Z Movement Analysis: Government Representation and Societal Trends
The anti-government movement on August 23 was called the 'Gen Z Movement' because students participated significantly on the first day. However, Nepali society had been experiencing widespread dissatisfaction for some time. There was clear public anger and disappointment towards the KP Oli-led government, primarily due to three reasons: the country's continuously declining economy, the state of unemployment, and the political parties and government leadership's unwillingness to understand public dissatisfaction and engage positively with the people.Even after the new constitution was implemented, the prevailing politics failed to address the sentiment of many who felt 'politics is just like this.' Over the...
Civil Hospital Director Recounts Challenges During Janji Movement
The epicenter of last year's Janji movement on Bhadra 23 was around the International Convention Center (former Parliament building) in New Baneshwor. Therefore, Civil Hospital in Minbhawan became a hub for protestors and the injured.We had a brief conversation with the then director of Civil Hospital, Dr. Mohan Chandra Regmi, about the challenges Civil Hospital faced while treating numerous injured during the intense protests and clashes in the Baneshwor area a year ago.How do you recall the moment you took command of Civil Hospital when the Baneshwor area was tense a year ago?We were aware a few days in advance...
One Year After Protests, Businesses Rebuild but Confidence Lags
Kathmandu. Exactly one year ago today, the Genji movement took place. After that, a big political change occurred in the country. The youth generation has come to power.The movement brought a new wave to politics, but the wounds from the attacks on the private sector during the movement are yet to heal. Most private industries and businesses that were vandalized and set on fire have resumed operations. However, the morale of businessmen to accelerate investment, employment, and economic activities has not yet recovered.Many industrialists and businessmen have succeeded in rebuilding physical structures from the ruins, while some are still in...
Police Buildings and Vehicles Damaged During Gen Z Protests Reconstructed
Kathmandu. A year ago, during the Gen Z movement, police barracks and office buildings in 15 districts including Kathmandu Valley were set on fire by protesters. Last year on Bhadra 23, during the protest by youth of Gen Z age group, the then government used excessive force through the police, causing the death of a large number of youths. The protest became violent on Bhadra 24 after peaceful protesters were brutally suppressed and shot at. During that time, 459 police office buildings and barracks were damaged due to arson. Of these, 143 were completely damaged and 316 buildings were partially...
Genji Movement Victims Await Compensation
Kathmandu. Last year, on Bhadra 23 and 24, many youths lost their lives in the Genji movement, and state assets worth billions were destroyed. During the movement, not only government structures but also private properties of many were destroyed, and businessmen also suffered huge losses.Just five months before the Genji movement, Arjun Aryal of Kavre took a loan of 45 lakh rupees from Nabil Bank. He was running a canteen in the Supreme Court with the loan taken from the bank. The business was also running well. After running the canteen for five months, he had to suffer unexpected damage....
Gen Z Movement Anniversary: Artists Reflect on Progress and Challenges
Kathmandu. Last year, on Bhadra 23 and 24, the Gen Z movement took place.The Gen Z generation took to the streets against traditional political parties, a sluggish administrative mechanism, and rampant corruption, resulting in unexpected casualties.It wasn't just a normal protest; 76 people died. All administrative structures, big and small, were burnt down. Top leadership in state governance and their property were vandalized and set on fire.Although the movement was called Gen Z's, people of all age groups participated, and the country's government was overthrown. Six months later, in the elections held in Falgun, the old forces were swept away.The...
Gallery by Himalayan Java Reopens After Gen Z Movement Fire
Kathmandu. Upon entering 'Gallery by Himalayan Java' in Battisputali, one feels as if entering a museum.The walls are lined with pictures from the Gen Z movement. Another picture, framed large and covered in snow, gives a glimpse of footprints in Mustang.On another wall, a window burnt by fire is kept as is. The cafe's walls and ceilings are blackened by burning. In one corner, newspapers about the Gen Z movement, pictures of the rebellion are displayed. Engineers have marked places on the wall. The frame burnt during the Gen Z movement fire is kept as is.Bonsai plants are decorated in...
Two Commissions' Reports on Gen Z Protests Unimplemented
Kathmandu. Two commissions studied and investigated the Gen Z protests held on Bhadra 23 and 24, 2082 and submitted reports to the government. The commission led by former Justice Gauribahadur Karki, formed to investigate the Gen Z protests, and the National Human Rights Commission had conducted detailed studies and investigations into the incidents.Even though one year has passed since the Gen Z movement, the government has been delaying the implementation of both those reports.The commission led by Karki concluded that there were shortcomings in the incidents of Bhadra 23 and 24 and recommended filing criminal cases against former Prime Minister...
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