Nepal in Flames as PM’s Negligence Triggers Mass Uprising

Nepal has witnessed one of its most violent uprisings in recent history after public outrage over Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli’s careless response to a tragic incident.

The unrest began when an 11-year-old girl was hit by a government minister’s vehicle at a pedestrian crossing. Instead of stopping, the driver sped away. Though locals caught and handed him over to the police, he was released within 24 hours without charges. What angered citizens even more was PM Oli dismissing the case as a “small incident.”

Public fury exploded. Parliament and Supreme Court buildings were set on fire. Several ministers’ homes, including that of former PM Oli, were attacked. The finance minister was stripped and beaten by protesters. Over 20 people were killed and 300 injured in the chaos.

Matters escalated further on September 4, when the government banned 26 social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X, citing violation of content rules. Youth across Nepal saw it as a direct attack on their freedom of expression. Hashtags like #JusticeForGirl went viral, fueling the protests.

Widespread unemployment, three decades of corruption, and deep public frustration among Nepal’s Gen Z youth added fuel to the fire. Ultimately, Prime Minister Oli resigned, followed by several ministers, bringing down the government.

Nepal today stands shaken—proof of how years of corruption and negligence can explode with a single spark.