September 9, 2025

Nepal is buzzing with protests, and former Indian Ambassador to Nepal, Ranjit Rae, has some eye-opening insights. According to him, the unrest is not just random chaos but comes from "very deep-seated root causes within Nepal." This means the problem started inside the country itself. "So this is a homegrown issue," he says. But here's the twist – some people are trying to grab this chaos for their own gain. Whenever a country faces instability, "there are always attempts to exploit that instability for whatever objectives people may have," he warns. The protests are not your usual political rallies. Instead, they are led by the young Gen Z generation and are a kind of "leaderless movement." Ranjit Rae says, "One doesn't really know who the leaders are." However, some faces are now stepping forward. Balen Shah, the popular mayor of Kathmandu, has joined the protest wave, adding a new spark. Not just him, but also the former Chief Justice of Nepal and the former head of the Nepal Electricity Authority have jumped on board. This mix of youth power and senior voices makes the protest scene even more intriguing. In short, Nepal's protests are a fiery mix of deep internal issues and surprising new leaders from all corners. The situation is homegrown but with hints of outside elements trying to take advantage. As the story unfolds, all eyes will be on this unique movement that’s rocking Nepal’s political boat.

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