Hanna Geschewski
@hannageschewski.bsky.social
PhD researcher in Human Geography @cmi.no / University of Bergen. Displacement, migration and socio-environmental changes in the (rural) Himalayas and South Asia. cmi.no/staff/hanna-geschewski
A final meeting between Gen Z reps, the Army Chief, and the President is pending. Balen, Kathmandu’s mayor and another favourite for interim leadership, instead signals support for Karki - seen as strategically positioning himself for future elections.
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Karki, Shah and Sampang proposed as PM by different youth groups
Based on the slogans chanted by various groups of youth gathered outside the Army Headquarters Wednesday evening, it is clear they have not agreed on a single name.
en.setopati.com
September 10, 2025 at 9:46 PM
A final meeting between Gen Z reps, the Army Chief, and the President is pending. Balen, Kathmandu’s mayor and another favourite for interim leadership, instead signals support for Karki - seen as strategically positioning himself for future elections.
en.setopati.com/political/16...
en.setopati.com/political/16...
From hiding, K.P. Oli releases a statement from Shivapuri, echoing rumours of a “deep conspiracy” behind the uprising.
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Oli, Dahal, Nepal and ministers kept at Shivapuri
A high-ranking army source stated that former PM Oli, Deputy PM and Minister for Urban Development Prakash Man Singh, DPM and Minister of Finance Bishnu Paudel, Dahal, Nepal, and all other ministers h...
en.setopati.com
September 10, 2025 at 9:46 PM
From hiding, K.P. Oli releases a statement from Shivapuri, echoing rumours of a “deep conspiracy” behind the uprising.
en.setopati.com/political/16...
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In true Gen Z fashion, 3,000+ youth join a Discord discussion on how to approach the Army meeting. Possible interim leaders are debated, with ex-Chief Justice Sushila Karki emerging as a frontrunner. Grassroots voting on leadership candidates is set for the next 24h.
September 10, 2025 at 9:46 PM
In true Gen Z fashion, 3,000+ youth join a Discord discussion on how to approach the Army meeting. Possible interim leaders are debated, with ex-Chief Justice Sushila Karki emerging as a frontrunner. Grassroots voting on leadership candidates is set for the next 24h.
Less than 24h after PM Oli resigned, the search for new leadership begins. The Army Chief invites protest reps to HQ for talks. The Gen Z movement is united by calls for democracy, accountability, and transparency - but has no single agenda or accepted leadership. Pressure builds to decide quickly.
September 10, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Less than 24h after PM Oli resigned, the search for new leadership begins. The Army Chief invites protest reps to HQ for talks. The Gen Z movement is united by calls for democracy, accountability, and transparency - but has no single agenda or accepted leadership. Pressure builds to decide quickly.
Online, debates explode over infiltration and looting. Conspiracy theories about political groups fanning the violence spread, while TikToks from inside ransacked homes and burning offices go viral.
September 10, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Online, debates explode over infiltration and looting. Conspiracy theories about political groups fanning the violence spread, while TikToks from inside ransacked homes and burning offices go viral.
As casualties sink in, Gen Z youth are seen cleaning streets and public spaces, trying to restore order after yesterday’s rampage.
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Footage shows damage wreaked by protests in Nepal as residents begin clean-up – video
Residents in Kathmandu mobilised on 10 September for a cleanup operation after days of anti-corruption protests that led to the resignation of the prime minister
www.theguardian.com
September 10, 2025 at 9:46 PM
As casualties sink in, Gen Z youth are seen cleaning streets and public spaces, trying to restore order after yesterday’s rampage.
www.theguardian.com/world/video/...
www.theguardian.com/world/video/...
So far, at least 30 people have died, including several policemen. Over 1,000 are injured, many critically. Among them is ex-PM J. Khanal’s wife, Chitrakar, who suffered severe burns in an arson attack.
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Condition of Jhala Nath Khanal's wife Chitrakar improving
She was injured with burn wounds after protestors set fire to the Khanal residence in Dallu. Jhala Nath was not at home when the protestors set the house on fire, but his wife, Ravi Laxmi, was.
en.setopati.com
September 10, 2025 at 9:46 PM
So far, at least 30 people have died, including several policemen. Over 1,000 are injured, many critically. Among them is ex-PM J. Khanal’s wife, Chitrakar, who suffered severe burns in an arson attack.
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Army Chief Gen. Ashok Raj Sigdel urged calm, announced the army would take control of streets from 10 PM local time. Later footage shows people being stopped and interrogated by soldiers.
September 9, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Army Chief Gen. Ashok Raj Sigdel urged calm, announced the army would take control of streets from 10 PM local time. Later footage shows people being stopped and interrogated by soldiers.
Online calls circulate warning not to let the power vacuum fall into the hands of opportunists such as Lamichhane, royalists, or other interest groups.
September 9, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Online calls circulate warning not to let the power vacuum fall into the hands of opportunists such as Lamichhane, royalists, or other interest groups.
Footage shows politician Rabi Lamichhane, jailed in a corruption scandal, being released. Several hundred inmates walked out with belongings. Similar scenes reported at a women’s jail.
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Protestors get RSP President Rabi Lamichhane out of Nakhkhu Jail
According to Head of Nakhkhu Jail Satyaraj Joshi, the protestors had been throwing stones. "We released him for the safety of other prisoners," Joshi stated.
en.setopati.com
September 9, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Footage shows politician Rabi Lamichhane, jailed in a corruption scandal, being released. Several hundred inmates walked out with belongings. Similar scenes reported at a women’s jail.
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Online, many-esp. Gen Z protestors-distance themselves from the arson/looting. They blame groups with vested interests and shared calls to stop the rampage.
September 9, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Online, many-esp. Gen Z protestors-distance themselves from the arson/looting. They blame groups with vested interests and shared calls to stop the rampage.
Through the evening, Kantipur Media’s HQ (Nepal’s largest media group) was set on fire, along with hotels, a school linked to politicians, and branches of a major supermarket chain.
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Nepal's Kantipur TV headquarters set on fire - The Economic Times
Kathmandu saw violent protests. Demonstrators torched Kantipur TV, a major media outlet. This happened amid Gen Z-led anti-corruption rallies. Prime Minister Oli resigned amidst the unrest. The protes...
m.economictimes.com
September 9, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Through the evening, Kantipur Media’s HQ (Nepal’s largest media group) was set on fire, along with hotels, a school linked to politicians, and branches of a major supermarket chain.
m.economictimes.com/news/interna...
m.economictimes.com/news/interna...
As protesters seize the Singha Durbar complex, Nepal’s main administrative center, more and more people online call for an end to the destruction of public property.
September 9, 2025 at 11:52 AM
As protesters seize the Singha Durbar complex, Nepal’s main administrative center, more and more people online call for an end to the destruction of public property.
Sher Bahadur Deuba (former PM, Nepal Congress leader) and Foreign Minister Arzu Deuba (his wife) were reportedly beaten by protesters after being escorted from their residence. Bishnu Prasad Paudel (Finance Minister) chased down a street.
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Nepal in chaos: Videos show finance minister Paudel being chased, kicked, and assaulted on streets; Ex-PM Deuba hurt amid Gen Z protests | Watch - The Times of India
South Asia News: Nepal plunged deeper into political crisis on Tuesday as finance minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel was publicly chased and assaulted by protesters amid na.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
September 9, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Sher Bahadur Deuba (former PM, Nepal Congress leader) and Foreign Minister Arzu Deuba (his wife) were reportedly beaten by protesters after being escorted from their residence. Bishnu Prasad Paudel (Finance Minister) chased down a street.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/south-...
timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/south-...
Video footage shows politicians’ families being airlifted to Army barracks in Maharajgunj, Kathmandu.
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Army evacuates ministers from Bhaisepati amid rising protests
Ministers moved to safety as demonstrations intensify across the country.
kathmandupost.com
September 9, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Video footage shows politicians’ families being airlifted to Army barracks in Maharajgunj, Kathmandu.
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kathmandupost.com/national/202...
Parliament building, major party offices, police posts, and other govt. offices have also been set on fire.
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BIG BREAKING: Nepal Parliament Set On Fire By Gen Z Rioters, Dramatic Visuals Emerge
YouTube video by Republic World
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September 9, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Parliament building, major party offices, police posts, and other govt. offices have also been set on fire.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=0169...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=0169...
PM Oli resigns at around 2.30 PM local time. Emerging reports suggest Oli may be trying to leave the country by air. Conflicting info on destination: Hong Kong, Dubai, or China.
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KP Sharma Oli steps down as Prime Minister
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned from his post, on Tuesday afternoon, according to his secretariat.
thehimalayantimes.com
September 9, 2025 at 11:12 AM
PM Oli resigns at around 2.30 PM local time. Emerging reports suggest Oli may be trying to leave the country by air. Conflicting info on destination: Hong Kong, Dubai, or China.
thehimalayantimes.com/nepal/kp-sha...
thehimalayantimes.com/nepal/kp-sha...
Also targeted:
• Pushpa K. Dahal “Prachanda” (Opposition Leader)
• Prithvi S. Gurung (Info & Comm. Minister)
• Deepak Khadka (Energy Minister)
• Gagan Thapa (NC General Secretary)
• Surendra Pandey (CPN-UML Vice Chair)
• Pushpa K. Dahal “Prachanda” (Opposition Leader)
• Prithvi S. Gurung (Info & Comm. Minister)
• Deepak Khadka (Energy Minister)
• Gagan Thapa (NC General Secretary)
• Surendra Pandey (CPN-UML Vice Chair)
September 9, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Also targeted:
• Pushpa K. Dahal “Prachanda” (Opposition Leader)
• Prithvi S. Gurung (Info & Comm. Minister)
• Deepak Khadka (Energy Minister)
• Gagan Thapa (NC General Secretary)
• Surendra Pandey (CPN-UML Vice Chair)
• Pushpa K. Dahal “Prachanda” (Opposition Leader)
• Prithvi S. Gurung (Info & Comm. Minister)
• Deepak Khadka (Energy Minister)
• Gagan Thapa (NC General Secretary)
• Surendra Pandey (CPN-UML Vice Chair)
Houses/residences targeted so far:
• PM K.P. Oli (Kathmandu & Damak)
• Sher B. Deuba (Nepali Congress President)
• Ramesh Lekhak (ex-Home Minister)
• President Ram Ch. Paudel
• PM K.P. Oli (Kathmandu & Damak)
• Sher B. Deuba (Nepali Congress President)
• Ramesh Lekhak (ex-Home Minister)
• President Ram Ch. Paudel
September 9, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Houses/residences targeted so far:
• PM K.P. Oli (Kathmandu & Damak)
• Sher B. Deuba (Nepali Congress President)
• Ramesh Lekhak (ex-Home Minister)
• President Ram Ch. Paudel
• PM K.P. Oli (Kathmandu & Damak)
• Sher B. Deuba (Nepali Congress President)
• Ramesh Lekhak (ex-Home Minister)
• President Ram Ch. Paudel