Five-time Nepal PM Deuba, wife thrashed; Khanal’s wife burnt alive: Ugly face of ‘Gen Z’ protests
Nepal is facing a disturbing wave of violence as ongoing youth-led protests spiral out of control. Former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his wife were reportedly assaulted, while the wife of veteran leader Jhala Nath Khanal tragically lost her life after being set ablaze during the unrest. The demonstrations, largely driven by Generation Z activists, initially began as political dissatisfaction but have now taken a violent and chaotic turn. The intensity of these protests has sparked nationwide concern, raising questions about the future of Nepal’s political stability and the government’s ability to maintain order. Observers say that what started as peaceful movements for reform and accountability have now exposed deeper frustrations among the younger generation. The violent incidents involving political families highlight the escalating risks faced by leaders, while also pointing to a dangerous breakdown of law and security in the Himalayan nation.
The Key points
- Nepal rocked by violent youth-led protests.
- Ex-PM Sher Bahadur Deuba and wife attacked.
- Jhala Nath Khanal’s wife killed in fire incident.
- Generation Z activists driving the demonstrations.
- Protests began as calls for reform and change.
- Violence exposes anger toward long-serving leaders.
- Political families increasingly targeted during unrest.
- Nation’s security forces struggling to control situation.
- Rising fears of deeper political instability in Nepal.
- Global observers alarmed by the brutality of protests.
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