Uncertainty still looms over Nepal's skies. Political turmoil remains. Public anger persists. Violence continues unabated. It's been 60 hours since KP Sharma Oli resigned as Prime Minister, yet confusion reigns. But why is this the case?
Protesters remain steadfast on Nepal's streets, with reports of arson surfacing. An agreement on the election of a new leader between protesters and political parties remains elusive.
Sources mention that former Chief Justice Sushila Karki, Kathmandu's Mayor Balendra Shah, former CEO of Nepal Electricity Authority Kulman Ghising, and Mayor of Dharan Harka Sampang are key candidates.
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This morning at 9 AM, discussions are set to resume in the Presidential Palace. However, earlier at the official residence of President Ramchandra, meetings continued late into the night until 3 AM. Present at this assembly were the President, the Chief of Army Staff, the Speaker of Parliament, the Chairperson of the National Assembly, and the Chief Justice. Understanding this tumultuous period in Nepal is crucial.
1) Young protestors gather outside the army headquarters in large numbers, demanding that these meetings be held publicly rather than behind closed doors to ensure transparency. Initially, they accused that the wrong people were invited for discussions with the military.
2) According to the constitution, the president must form a new government or conduct elections within 30 days. Yet, Gen Z demands parliamentary dissolution, clashing with mainstream parties who oppose it. Interim government formation requires presidential approval, but public silence prevails.
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3) There is agreement on Sushila Karki for interim government leadership, but political parties are divided over dissolving the parliament.
4) The Nepali Congress, UML, and Maoists stand against parliament dissolution, rejecting its validity.
5) A major point of confusion is within the Gen Z protestors. While they are organized on platforms like Discord, there is no consensus on leadership or governance models. Some advocate for a new constitution, while others favor an interim government focusing on reforms.
Source: aajtak
It's noteworthy that President Paudel is actively consulting with leaders of major parties. Late-night discussions took place over the phone between the President and Prachanda. Former PM Madhav Nepal's opinion was also sought. Since the outbreak of violence, more than 15,000 prisoners across 25 different jails in Nepal have escaped.
