A year after the Gen-Z movement shook Nepal, the Himalayan nation's political landscape has undergone a remarkable transformation though the country’s economy is yet to see any significant change.
The rise of Balen Shah in Nepal’s political landscape has captured national and international attention. Known widely as a rapper, structural engineer, and former mayor of Kathmandu, Shah has emerged as one of the most influential young political figures in the country. His unconventional journey from music and engineering to governance and national politics represents.
Nepal heads to parliamentary elections to elect 275 members of the House of Representatives, the first nationwide vote since the deadly Gen Z uprising of September 2025.
Yadav's resignation came almost a week after a split in Samajwadi Party Nepal (JSP-Nepal), with leader Ashok Rai forming a new party - Janata Samajwadi Party.
