Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli Resigns After Deadly Youth Protests

Nepal's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned following violent protests led primarily by Gen Z demonstrators opposing a government ban on major social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. The ban, aimed at forcing social media companies to register under new rules, was seen as an attempt to silence dissent, prompting widespread unrest that included attacks on the Parliament building and Oli’s residence, resulting in at least 19 deaths and over 300 injuries. The government's response involved deploying the Nepalese Army to secure key locations amidst escalating violence, and several ministers resigned in solidarity or protest. Oli's resignation, reportedly suggested by the Nepal Army chief, has not resolved the crisis, as the President remains in office but may also step down, raising fears of a governmental collapse and possible military control. Regional leaders, including West Bengal's Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, have called for peace and stability near the Nepal border, emphasizing non-interference while expressing solidarity with Nepal. This crisis reflects a broader pattern of political instability in South Asia linked to anti-corruption protests and generational demands for accountability.