Nepal's politicians tried to ban social media after 'Nepo Kid' trend highlighted their corruption

Government snipers then killed 19 and wounded hundreds at resulting anti-corruption protests. Young Nepalis respond by setting Parliament on fire and assassinating elites. The Prime Minister has resigned in fear.

DEVELOPING: Nepal in Revolt against Corruption

• In recent months, Nepali social media trends have highlighted the “Nepotism Babies” dominating their political ruling class.
• Nepal’s government responded by banning social media.
• This was massively unpopular and resulted in mass protests led by younger people, dubbed the “Gen Z Protests”.
• Nepal’s government reacted violently, using snipers to assassinate protestors. At least 19 protestors were killed and hundreds more injured.
• Protestors have responded by setting Parliament and the houses of various politicians on fire. At least one former prime minister’s wife died.
• A number of high-ranking Nepali politicians, including the Prime Minister, have reportedly resigned and fled the country.

(“Godi Media” is a reference to media mouthpieces for India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, and his political party.)

DEVELOPING…

Sources:

• en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_Nepalese_Gen_Z_protests
• ndtv.com/world-news/nepo-kid-trends-amid-gen-z-led-protests-against-nepals-social-media-ban-9240003
• newsweek.com/wife-ex-nepali-prime-minister-burnt-alive-parliament-set-fire-live-updates-2126979
• yahoo.com/news/articles/nepal-parliament-set-fire-pm-170551481.html