Gen Z at a Crossroads: Unite or Risk Losing It All
myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com · Mon Oct 20 00:15:00 GMT 2025

It is disheartening to see that the Gen Z youths who made history by heralding a new beginning in the nation’s politics are now beset by internal differences. Barely a month after their historic September 8–9 protests that toppled the government, Gen Z appears to be moving in different directions. Such a situation is concerning, especially given that elections for parliament have already been declared for March 5, 2026—a litmus test for both traditional parties and Gen Z youths. A strong commitment to good governance, ending corruption and nepotism, and building a more equitable system that inspires thousands of young people is the cornerstone of the Gen Z movement. If that spirit is weakened by friction and factionalism, the sacrifice of youth martyrs on September 8 and 9 will be in vain. The Gen Z movement is not about changing or swapping faces in power. Rather, it aims to ensure sound governance, honest decision-making, and equitable participation. Divisions among young people threaten to bring back the same old, tired faces to power, allowing them to reclaim control over what the youth sought to change.
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