Nepal’s Youth Dream of a Modi-Like Leader After PM Oli’s Dramatic Exit
In the wake of Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s sudden resignation, young Nepalis are buzzing with hope for bold change. Many, especially the Gen Z crowd, want a strong, visionary leader like India’s Narendra Modi to steer the country toward progress. This comes after massive protests that toppled the government, leaving the nation craving unity and fresh ideas.
chatted with several young people in Kathmandu on Thursday, and their voices paint a clear picture of frustration mixed with optimism. One young man summed it up: "We’ve come so far—we ousted the government in just 35 hours! Now, we need a leader like PM Modi who puts Nepal first. India has transformed in the last 10 years, and we want that kind of growth here. A short-term government followed by fair elections would be perfect for now."
The youth aren’t just calling for any change; they want someone dynamic and young to cut through the chaos. Dipendra Vishwakarma, a vocal protester, shared, "Nepal needs a young Prime Minister who can bring everyone together. This huge movement happened for a reason—leaders should drop their personal fights and tackle real problems like the economy and jobs. Unity is the only way forward."
Echoing that, another youth dreamed big: "Nepal should aim to be a global player like India. To boost technology and the economy, we need a fresh, energetic leader to guide us into the future." These sentiments highlight a growing Nepal youth movement pushing for economic development and political stability, inspired by India’s rapid rise.
Not everyone agrees on who’s best for the job, though. There’s sharp criticism aimed at potential candidates like Sushila Karki. One respondent was blunt: "Sushila Karki shouldn’t lead Nepal as Prime Minister. People like Balendra Shah from Dharan, Kulman Ghisingh, and Gopi Hamal would do a better job. Her politics won’t help us move ahead." Others piled on, saying, "She’s tangled in scandals and controversies—she just isn’t fit to lead."
This push for new leadership stems from fiery protests led by Nepal’s Gen Z generation. Tensions boiled over after the tragic killing of 30 protesters, piling pressure on Oli until he quit. On Tuesday, Oli handed in his resignation to President Ram Chandra Poudel, blaming the "abnormal situation" and invoking Article 77(1) of Nepal’s constitution for a constitutional fix.
Oli had only taken office on July 14, 2024, after striking a deal with the Nepali Congress, the biggest party in parliament. But the unrest, sparked by a now-scrapped social media ban, showed how fed up people are with the status quo.
Interestingly, amid the chaos, former Chief Justice Sushila Karki has gained traction among the youth. Over 5,000 young Nepalis joined a virtual meeting to pick an interim government head, and she topped their list. As Nepal navigates this political turmoil, the voices of its youth are loud and clear: it’s time for leaders who inspire real progress.
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