Over the past few months, Nepal has witnessed a political shift that few observers had fully anticipated. What seemed like a familiar contest among established parties quickly turned into something far more significant. The resounding victory of Balen Shah’s party in the general elections is not just another electoral outcome, and it reflects a deeper churn within Nepali society. At the centre of this change is a new and assertive generation of voters, commonly referred to as Gen Z, who are beginning to redefine the rules of political engagement.

For decades, Nepal’s political system largely revolved around traditional power structures and long-standing party loyalties. Leaders and parties dominated the narrative, while voters often aligned along predictable social and ideological lines. But this time, the script appears to have changed. Young voters, or say Gen Z voters, especially those exposed to global ideas through digital platforms, have shown that they are no longer willing to settle for the status quo.

Balen Shah’s rise is, in many ways, symbolic of this transformation. His appeal goes beyond conventional politics. He represents efficiency, direct communication, and a results-oriented approach -qualities that resonate strongly with younger voters. Interestingly, his campaign did not rely solely on traditional political machinery. Instead, it tapped into digital outreach, grassroots mobilisation, and a sense of collective aspiration among urban youth. This is perhaps why his victory feels less like a routine political win and more like the outcome of a broader social movement.

It is worth asking: what exactly does Gen Z in Nepal want? The answer is........

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