Nepal Protest 2025: Gen Z’s Fight Against Corruption and Censorship
Image Source- NBC News In September 2025, the Nepal protest shook the nation as Gen Z took to the streets, enraged by a social media ban and years of corruption. What began as a stand against censorship exploded into a movement that toppled the prime minister, left over 70 dead, and exposed deep systemic issues. As a Nepali reflecting on the Nepal protest, i am breaking down its causes, key moments, and what it means moving forward, using news and X posts up to September 17, 2025. Roots of the Nepal Protest Nepal’s been struggling with 14 governments in 16 years, rampant corruption, and elites—mocked as “Nepo Kids”—flaunting wealth while most earn $1,400 yearly. With 20% youth unemployment, many young Nepalis work abroad, disconnected from home. The Nepal protest ignited on September 4 when the government banned 26 social media platforms, including X, WhatsApp, and Instagram, citing “misuse.” To Gen Z, reliant on these platforms, it was a clear attempt to silence criticism of co...