The protests and demonstrations escalated into violent attacks on government buildings and prominent politicians' homes, ultimately forcing the Prime Minister's resignation and leaving the country without a clear government.
Reasons for Crisis in Nepal
- Gen Z Discontent: Due to widespread frustration over corruption and extravagant lifestyles and privileges of political leaders and their families, lack of accountability, and high unemployment.
- Suppression of Dissent: Government’s ban on 26 social media platforms removed Gen Z’s main channel for expression, triggering major protests.
- Extreme State Response: Authorities responded with excessive force, including firing on protesters, which further inflamed public anger.
India’s Troubled Neighbourhood and its Impact
- Regional instability: In Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal show South Asia’s political fragility.
- Spillover risks for India: Neighbouring turmoil disrupts India’s trade, markets, supply chains, and remittances.
- Refugee and Migration Concerns: Refugee inflows from crises create humanitarian and border management challenges.
- Security implications: Instability heightens India’s border security and diplomatic stabilization needs.
- Diplomatic challenges: Prolonged unrest strains India’s strategic, economic, and cultural ties with neighbours.
Conclusion
In the backdrop of the significance of the Nepal's political stability for India, the Prime Minister of India held a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security and stated that stability, peace and prosperity of Nepal are of utmost importance for India.
