Gen Z vs. Corruption: Nepal’s Reckoning

Nepal’s recent political upheaval marks a critical turning point, as the collapse of the UML-led government, formerly backed by the Nepali Congress (NC), was triggered by mass youth-led protests against systemic corruption and demands for stronger free speech protections. This movement directly challenges a long-rooted political establishment, composed of the NC, UML (and its factions), and the Maoists, which have been widely accused of prioritizing political interests over effective governance. Through decades of political manipulation, these groups reconfigured state structures to serve their agendas, crippling public services and weakening economic foundations.