September 11, 2025, Nepal is grappling with a profound political and social crisis that has led to widespread unrest and significant upheaval.
As of September 11, 2025, Nepal is grappling with a profound political and social crisis that has led to widespread unrest and significant upheaval. The immediate catalyst for this turmoil was the government's decision to impose a sweeping ban on 26 major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and YouTube, on September 4. This move was ostensibly aimed at curbing the spread of misinformation but was perceived by many, particularly the youth, as an attempt to suppress dissent and stifle free expression. The ban ignited a wave of protests, predominantly led by Generation Z, who have been vocal about issues such as corruption, economic inequality, and the erosion of democratic freedoms. The protests quickly escalated from peaceful demonstrations to violent confrontations. By September 9, the situation had reached a boiling point, with protesters storming and setting fire to key government buildings, including the Parliament...