Gen-Z in Nepal is gearing up for another round of protests against the interim government led by Sushila Karki, with demonstrations planned for October 9, 2025, in Kathmandu. These protests follow the massive Gen-Z uprising in September 2025, which succeeded in toppling the government of former Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli. The recent wave of protests was triggered by the government's ban on multiple social media platforms and broader public frustration with political corruption and economic mismanagement.

The Gen-Z movement, mobilized largely through social media channels and platforms like Discord, had demanded accountability, transparency, and inclusive governance. Their key demands from the Karki government include a public release of the names of those killed during prior protests, recognition of protestors as martyrs, increased youth participation in government, and the immediate arrest of those accused of inciting violence against Gen-Z protesters. However, the Sushila Karki administration has made little progress on these fronts, fueling anger and plans for renewed demonstrations.

While some faction leaders within Gen-Z, like Tanuja Pandey and Miraj Dhungana, have urged caution and chosen to step back, the broader movement remains active, vowing to hold the government accountable. The protest on October 9 is symbolically timed two months after the resignation of Oli on September 9, reflecting the group's ongoing commitment to political reform.

The Gen-Z protests have emerged as Nepal's most significant youth-led political upheaval in decades, underscoring widespread youth disillusionment with the existing political class and demanding a new, inclusive political future. The movement's distinctive use of digital platforms and grassroots activism has attracted international attention and remains a critical factor in Nepal’s evolving political landscape.