Nepal's First Parliamentary Election Follows Gen-Z Protests That Toppled Government
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Nepal Votes: Gen-Z Protests Spark First Parliamentary Election Since Govt Toppled
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Firstpost•05-03-2026, 07:30
Nepal Votes: Gen-Z Protests Spark First Parliamentary Election Since Govt Toppled
•Nepal holds its first parliamentary election after Gen-Z-led protests toppled the government, six months post-anti-corruption unrest.
•Nearly 19 million voters will decide the new parliament, replacing the interim government formed after the September 2025 uprising.
•The election pits a rising youth movement, fueled by frustrations over corruption and economy, against established political elite.
•Key contenders in Jhapa district include veteran KP Sharma Oli, rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah, and Nepali Congress's Gagan Thapa.
•Logistical challenges due to mountainous terrain require helicopters for ballot distribution and collection; results expected within 24 hours for direct seats.
