In historic first, ‘Nepal has a ‘female PM working with the young generation and all Nepalese’

Protests that toppled Nepal’s government last week echo uprisings across parts of Asia, where angry, unemployed young people are rising against entrenched elites. From Sri Lanka’s 2022 economic revolt to Bangladesh’s student-led 2024 uprising, Nepal’s turmoil reflects a generational rebellion by tech-savvy jobless youths mobilised through social media. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective, François Picard welcomes Dr. Vishnu Kumari Tandon, Citizen Engagement and GovTech Consultant at the World Bank.