Even after forcing the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, Nepal's 'Gen Z Revolution' is far from over. The youth-led movement has now entered a new, more ambitious phase, issuing a sweeping set of demands that go far beyond the ouster of a single leader. They are calling for nothing less than a fundamental overhaul of the nation's political system, including the rewriting of the constitution and a massive investigation into the allegedly looted assets of politicians over the past three decades. The move signals that the protesters' ultimate goal is not just a change of government, but the birth of a new Nepal.
In a formal statement, the protest organizers have declared that their movement is "not for any party or individual but for the entire generation and the nation's future." Their core demands represent a call to dismantle the current political structure, which they argue has lost all public trust. The protesters are demanding the immediate dissolution of the House of Representatives and the drafting of a new constitution, a process they insist must involve the active participation of citizens, experts, and the youth.
Furthermore, they are calling for the establishment of a directly elected executive leadership, a significant shift from the current parliamentary system. This, they argue, is essential for ensuring true accountability and breaking the cycle of entrenched political privilege that has fueled their anger. The statement expresses a hope that both the President and the Nepal Army will view their proposals in a positive light, a clear message that they see these institutions as key to implementing their vision for a new republic.
Beyond political restructuring, the movement is demanding a reckoning for past injustices. A central pillar of their platform is a call for a comprehensive investigation into the assets of politicians accumulated over the last 30 years, with a demand that any illegally acquired properties be nationalized. This speaks to the deep-seated anger over corruption that has been a primary driver of the protests from the beginning.
The protesters have also made it clear they will not forget those who lost their lives in the struggle. They have demanded that all demonstrators killed during the clashes be officially recognized as state martyrs, with their families receiving honors, recognition, and financial relief. This demand for justice is paired with a forward-looking social agenda, with organizers pledging to push for special programs to combat youth unemployment, curb forced migration, and address systemic social inequality.
Despite the prime minister's ouster, the situation across Nepal remains tense and volatile. The Nepal Army has been deployed in Kathmandu and other cities to enforce restrictive orders and restore a fragile calm after protesters set fire to the Parliament building. In a statement, the Army expressed concern that certain groups were "taking undue advantage of the difficult situation" to cause damage to public property, a sign that the security situation remains precarious. While the 'Gen Z' movement has articulated a clear and ambitious vision for the future, the path to achieving it is fraught with uncertainty, as a leaderless nation grapples with the aftermath of a successful but violent popular uprising.
· Sweeping New Demands: After forcing the PM's resignation, Nepal's 'Gen Z' protesters are now demanding a complete overhaul of the political system, including rewriting the constitution.
· Call for Accountability: A core demand is the investigation of politicians' assets from the last 30 years, with a call for any "looted" property to be nationalized.
· Martyr Status for Fallen: The movement is demanding that all protesters killed in the clashes be officially recognized as martyrs by the state.
· Tense Situation Continues: Despite the PM's ouster, unrest continues, and the Nepal Army has been deployed to maintain order amid concerns of escalating instability.
