Who Was Nepal’s PM Oli Scared of?
September 13, 2025
Was Nepal’s PM K.P. Oli scared of Gen Z and the emerging young political leaders? In the guise of “regulating” apps, was his real aim to tighten control over the content being posted against him and his government? When his administration banned 26 social media platforms overnight, it triggered one of the biggest youth uprisings Nepal has ever seen.
What began as anger over losing WhatsApp, Instagram, and even LinkedIn quickly turned into a fight against corruption, unemployment, and years of failed governance. This wasn’t just a protest — it was a generational roar demanding change. In this video, we take you inside the protests that shook Kathmandu, the violence that led to dozens of deaths, and the dramatic fall of Oli’s government.
We also explore the rise of young leaders — Balen Shah, Rabi Lamichhane, and Harka Raj Rai — whose popularity may explain why Oli tried to tighten his grip on power. Watch till the end to see how a social media ban became the spark for one of Nepal’s most defining political moments in years.