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Last Updated:September 10, 2025, 17:59 IST
Amid Nepal’s political turmoil, Gen-Z protesters chose former Chief Justice Sushila Karki, a seasoned and respected figure, to lead their push against nepotism and corruption.
Nepal’s Gen-Z protesters turn to former Chief Justice Sushila Karki, an experienced elder, to lead the country as protests and army control reshape the political landscape. (IMAGE: SOURCED/NEWS18)
On Wednesday morning, Nepal’s Gen-Z protesters turned to someone far older and experienced to guide the nation through political turmoil. According to Khabarhub, during a Zoom meeting to draft their agenda, participants used anime avatars or left their display pictures blank which is a style typical of online youth communities that reflects the movement’s character. From this session, they chose former Chief Justice Sushila Karki to lead the country while the army maintains control and civilian leaders remain in hiding. The decision follows mass protests over corruption, nepotism and a social media ban, which escalated into deadly clashes
Shankhyaneel Sarkar is a senior subeditor at News18. He covers international affairs, where he focuses on breaking news to in-depth analyses. He has over five years of experience during which he has covered sev...Read More
Shankhyaneel Sarkar is a senior subeditor at News18. He covers international affairs, where he focuses on breaking news to in-depth analyses. He has over five years of experience during which he has covered sev...
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September 10, 2025, 17:59 IST
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