Congratulations, Gen-Z!
Successful establishment of the new government under Sushila Karki's leadership. Your courage and determination have given Nepal's future a new direction.
Sushila Karki
New Prime Minister
Beginning of Successful Governance
Overview of Agreements
These agreements are the result of intensive negotiations between Gen-Z protest leaders, former Chief Justice Sushila Karki, Nepal Army Chief General Ashok Raj Sigdel, President Ram Chandra Paudel, and representatives from mainstream political parties.
Timeline
September 10-12, 2025
Status
Successfully Agreed
Goal
Stable Interim Government
Key Terms Details
Leadership Appointment
Sushila Karki appointed as Caretaker Prime Minister, heading a technocratic cabinet of non-partisan experts. She was chosen for her anti-corruption record and neutrality.
Gen-Z, President Paudel, Army Chief Sigdel
Sworn in September 12, 2025; Cabinet formation within days
Parliament Dissolution
Current Parliament dissolved to prevent interference from the prior regime. This was a core Gen-Z demand.
President Paudel (on Karki's recommendation), All parties
Effective immediately post-swearing-in
Election Timeline
Fresh elections scheduled for March 5, 2026, to restore full democratic rule. Interim period limited to 6-8 months.
All stakeholders
Mandated in presidential statement
Accountability Measures
Independent probe into protest deaths (51 reported) and injuries; arrests of officials (including Oli) linked to crackdowns. Cancellation of politically motivated appointments in bodies like the judiciary and anti-corruption commission.
Gen-Z, Karki, Army (oversight)
Investigations to begin immediately; merit-based reforms for future appointments
Security and Stability
Nepal Army to handle law enforcement, curfews, and impartial oversight during transition. No permanent military role in governance; limited to security. Joint civil-military crisis council proposed but adjusted to civilian-led.
Army Chief Sigdel, Gen-Z
Ongoing; curfews in Kathmandu and other cities
Policy Reforms
Lifting of social media ban; commitment to digital rights, youth inclusion in policy, and constitutional amendments (e.g., two-term limit for PM).
Gen-Z, Karki
Immediate implementation; drafting of new constitution to start
Gen-Z Role
No cabinet positions for Gen-Z; instead, they will act as external monitors to ensure transparency. Factional disputes resolved through consensus.
Gen-Z leaders
Monitoring mechanism to be formalized
Challenges and Implementation Notes
Key Challenges
Factional Tensions
Early splits among Gen-Z groups (e.g., some preferring Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah) led to clashes outside Army HQ on September 11, but these were resolved by September 12 with Karki's unanimous backing.
Constitutional Hurdles
Karki's appointment bypassed judicial bans on post-retirement political roles via expert advice and presidential decree.
Broader Support
Backed by figures like Balen Shah and international observers, but Oli's Nepali Congress party may pursue legal challenges.
Implementation Timeline
September 12, 2025
Sushila Karki's swearing-in ceremony
October 2025
Cabinet formation and policy reforms begin
March 5, 2026
Fresh elections
Nepal's New Journey Has Begun
Gen-Z's success has given Nepal a new direction. The journey of good governance and transparency has begun under Sushila Karki's leadership.