Nepal in Turmoil: Oli Resigns Amidst Widespread Protests

Nepal faced a major political crisis as Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned following massive anti-government protests sparked by a social media ban and corruption allegations. Demonstrators, led by students, called for accountability, resulting in extensive property damage and demands for freedom of expression. A call for dialogue was issued by security officials to ease tensions.

Nepal plunged into political turmoil on Tuesday with the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli in the wake of intense anti-government protests. The public outrage, led by students, stemmed from a social media ban and alleged corruption, prompting widespread demonstrations across the nation.

The protesters, defying curfews and heavy police presence, targeted political leaders' residences and major buildings. A joint statement from the Nepali Army and other security agencies called for calm and proposed dialogue as the solution to this crisis.

Oli, citing extraordinary circumstances, resigned to allow a constitutional and political resolution. Despite lifting the social media ban, the demonstrations continued, raising demands for accountability and freedom of expression from the Gen Z activists.