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Nepal’s youth-led Gen Z movement on Saturday declared its intention to form a political party, while making clear that it will only participate in next year’s general elections if certain “bottom-line” conditions are met. The country is scheduled to hold elections on March 5, 2026.
The movement, which played a key role in last month’s protests against corruption and a government ban on social media, contributed to the ouster of the K P Sharma Oli-led administration.
Speaking at a press conference, leader Miraj Dhungana outlined the group’s agenda, emphasizing that the new party aims to consolidate Gen Z voices across Nepal.
While the formation of a political party is seen as crucial for uniting the movement, Dhungana stressed that electoral participation will remain conditional on the government meeting specific demands, including the introduction of a directly elected executive system and extending voting rights to Nepali citizens living abroad.
Highlighting broader governance and economic issues, Dhungana called for a citizen-led investigation committee to curb corruption and urged the adoption of clear policies to drive economic transformation.
“We will continue to fight for good governance, transparency, and accountability. The sacrifices of Gen-Z youths must not be wasted,” he said, appealing for collective commitment from all stakeholders in nation-building.
On economic concerns, the Gen Z leaders stressed the need to bolster domestic production and address the growing exodus of young Nepalis seeking employment abroad, which they see as a key obstacle to the nation’s development. The group is currently collecting suggestions for an appropriate name for the new party, signalling an effort to formalize its political presence while keeping its core agenda focused on youth empowerment and systemic reform.
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More ShortsHe added that they are currently collecting suggestions for an ’appropriate’ name for the new party.
Stating that the Himalayan nation’s economic development has stagnated due to the increasing exodus of Nepali youths going abroad for employment, he said that the past governments should be held responsible for addressing such pressing issues.
Talking about his group’s position on economic matters, he stressed the need for boosting domestic production.
”We are surrounded by two highly populated neighbouring countries having a combined population of three billion, we need to focus our attention on increasing our production targeting the neighbouring markets,” he said.
He also urged the interim government to immediately initiate the process of reopening closed industries and creating new jobs. He also underscored the need to develop and promote the tourism sector.
Fresh elections to the House of Representatives have been scheduled for March 5, next year.
The election date was announced by President Ramchandra Paudel while forming an interim government led by former chief justice Sushila Karki on September 12.
With inputs from agencies
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