By Babbler
Did K.P. Sharma Oli ever imagine that he would be so thoroughly rejected by the people that he’d have to seek refuge in a Nepal Army barrack, his own house reduced to ashes? He is not alone—his political partner Sher Bahadur Deuba, Deuba’s wife Arzu Rana Deuba, and Maoist leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal have also faced the fury of a disillusioned public.
This Babbler does not take pleasure in others’ suffering—but cannot forget the tragedy of Tinkune and the September 8 episode, when peaceful Gen Z protesters were fired upon by security forces under Oli and Ramesh Lekhak’s command. That day, the youth were not just protesting—they were standing up for a future stolen by corruption, nepotism, and political arrogance.
Those in power must be held accountable. The blood of innocent students is on their hands, and justice must be served.
The Gen Z Uprising
Have the ruling political parties and the interim government—formed with the support of former Chief Justice Sushila Karki—ever paused to ask what Gen Z is truly fighting for?
Their demands are clear: An end to corruption; a transparent, accountable political system; A vibrant, inclusive economy.
So far, 72 lives have been lost in this movement. This is not just a number—it’s a national tragedy.
Are the leaders in power truly listening? If they are serious about addressing the people’s grievances, they must take bold action: either suspend this expensive and flawed constitution and write a new one through real public consultation—or reinstate the 1990 Constitution giving an outlet to the present chaos. The swearing in of Sushila Karki as the new PM and preparing for the new election in March, 2026 and again repeating the same cycle are not the solution to the present crisis.
There is no other path forward if they wish to rebuild trust and lead Nepal toward prosperity.
QUOTES OF THE WEEK
Dissolve the provincial structures immediately by using the same Article of the Constitution that was used to dissolve Parliament.
Dr. Mukul Dhakal
After the departure of the monarchy, foreign intervention in the country increased. I believe in a democracy, but now the country needs a king. The game has come a long way, so the leaders must now think and bring the king back.
Prof. Dr Pushpa Adhikari
The Nepali Congress expressed regret over the ill-treatment meted out to the party President, but could not utter a word about the huge amount of black money found in his house. Is this the morale of the NC leaders to hide corruption practices committed by their President? Before questioning the younger generation, show the courage to hold your own leadership accountable. That is true self-criticism and justice for the younger generation of the Congress.
Khusbu Oli
With the same constitution, same president, parliament, electoral system, federalism, administration, court, bad laws, and looters, one cannot expect a transformation of the nation.
Uddhav Raj Bhetuwal
Three senior leaders should gracefully retire from public life. Their years in power have been marked by inefficiency, corruption, and insensitivity to the suffering of our youths. Unless NC, UML, and Maoist youths call for change, they too may be seen as turning a blind eye.
Manisha Koirala
I still maintain the stance that the current situation in Nepal cannot be changed by this Constitution.
Lokesh Dhakal
Around 20 leaders were under the Nepal Army security. Those 50 million party workers are all fugitives. Some people shut down Facebook, some announced that they were separating to save their families, some hid, some ran away from home! All are protected by 50,000 NA troops. All leaders and workers of the political parties demonstrated love to themselves and their families more than for the nation.
Pradip Bhattarai
Congratulations to all on the occasion of being relieved from the “Jhole era”!
Kritika Tharu
100 billion rupees can be saved by scrapping small projects; 100 billion can be saved by scrapping the provincial structures; 100 billion by cancelling the proportional election and national assembly; 50 billion rupees from suspending the district coordination committees, and 50 billion can be saved by reducing the local bodies to 301.
Nirmal Prasai
Excerpted and translated by Sushma Shrestha.
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