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The Beginning
In September 2025, Nepal’s government collapsed after large protests by its young people.The problem started when the government suddenly banned 26 social media apps. These apps were not only for fun but also for talking with friends, doing small business, and sharing news.
Many felt the ban was unfair, as if the government was stopping their voices. At the same time, people were upset to see politicians’ children living in comfort while ordinary families struggled.
Together, these feelings of unfairness and censorship led to anger in the streets.
How It Unfolded
The protests began on September 4, 2025. Thousands of young students, also called Gen Z, gathered near Nepal’s parliament. They carried banners, shouted for freedom, and refused to be silent.
Since most popular apps were blocked, they used VPNs to stay online and organized marches through Discord, a group chat app. Their message was strong and simple: they wanted their rights back.
From Calm to Chaos
At first, the marches were peaceful, but the situation soon turned violent. Police used tear gas, sticks, and water cannons to push people back. Reports are there that some officers even fired at the crowd, and sadly, several young protesters lost their lives.
This made people even angrier, and larger groups filled the streets. Ministers began to panic, with some secretly fleeing their homes in fear of attacks. Government buildings were set on fire, and Kathmandu, the capital city, echoed with loud shouts for justice.
The Collapse of Government
Prime Minister K.P. Oli was unable to control the situation and finally resigned. Other ministers also left their jobs or escaped from the city. This sudden loss of leadership is called a government collapse.
What made this moment historic was that it was not caused by an army or another country, but by the strength and courage of Nepal’s own youth.
A New Start
After the collapse, the youth groups quickly chose Sushila Karki as the interim prime minister, with reports saying they even used a Discord vote.
An interim leader is someone who guides the country until a new election is held. Fresh elections are planned for around March 2026.
This event has already become part of Nepal’s history, showing the power of young voices, but also the heavy cost of fighting for justice.
Quick Revision
September 2025, Nepal banned 26 social media apps, making young people angry because their voices were stopped.
Gen Z students protested from Sept 4, using VPNs and Discord to organize marches in Kathmandu.
Police used force; protests turned violent, and some young people died, making public anger grow.
Prime Minister K.P. Oli resigned, causing the government to collapse.
Youth chose Sushila Karki as interim PM; new elections in March 2026.
