Nepal is witnessing intense discussions as Gen-Z representatives, President Ram Chandra Paudel, and army chief Ashok Raj Sigdel come together to address the leadership vacuum in the country. In a letter dated September 11, President Paudel assured that he is making every possible effort to resolve the ongoing crisis within the constitutional framework and safeguard democracy.
- The President and the army have urged Gen-Z leaders to finalize a candidate for interim Prime Minister, stressing that the responsibility lies with them.
- Crowds of young citizens gathered outside army headquarters, waiting for updates as the talks continued on Thursday.
- Wednesday’s meeting ended without consensus, though names like former chief justice Sushila Karki and ex-Nepal power board chief Kulman Ghising were discussed.
- Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah is also being considered as a possible interim PM candidate.
- President Paudel’s letter appealed to all sides to trust that a solution will emerge soon to address citizens’ demands.
- The army spokesperson confirmed that talks are centered on breaking the deadlock while maintaining law and order.
- The interim PM will replace KP Sharma Oli, who stepped down on Tuesday after violent student-led protests.
- In parts of Kathmandu, small groups of students staged demonstrations, calling for the Constitution to be upheld and democracy protected during the transition.
