Nepal is at a turning point. The unrest we’ve seen among the youth—especially Gen Z—is not just a rejection of political elites, but a loud and clear demand for systemic transformation.

While political instability is an obvious and chronic issue, it is only one part of a much larger crisis. Corruption, nepotism, and lack of transparency plague nearly every major sector of Nepali society.

Let’s be honest: it’s not just the politicians. Corruption runs deep in the bureaucracy, judiciary, police, healthcare, education, media, civil society, and even within donor-funded NGOs.

The culture of impunity has normalized unethical behavior. People see bribes as a way to get things done, favoritism as a shortcut to success, and silence as a means of survival. This isn’t just about broken systems—it’s about a broken moral compass.

*** A Crisis Beyond Politics

Nepal has suffered greatly due to a chronic lack of political stability. Frequent changes in government have stalled development, weakened institutions, and fostered a short-term mindset among leaders—where staying in power matters more than serving the people. But beyond government offices, the same rot exists throughout the system:

In education, merit is often bypassed for connections.

In healthcare, access to quality treatment is frequently determined by wealth and influence.

In the judiciary, money and politics influence verdicts.

In the media, truth is often compromised for corporate or political loyalty.

This web of dysfunction cannot be unraveled by simply changing faces in office. We need to change the model entirely.

*** A New Model: Participatory Socialism for a Diverse Nepal

The old models of governance—whether centralized monarchy or elite-captured democracy—have failed to address the aspirations of a diverse nation.

Nepal’s incredible diversity in gender, caste, ethnicity, culture, language, and geography demands a governance model that is inclusive, decentralized, and participatory.

Participatory socialism offers a promising path forward. It envisions a society where economic and political power is shared—not hoarded. Where local communities have a real say in how resources are allocated.

Where every citizen, regardless of background, has equal access to opportunity and justice.

It is not about state control—it is about public empowerment.

*** The Moral Battle Against Corruption

The fight against corruption is not just legal—it is moral and cultural.

Yes, we need strict anti-corruption laws. We need independent watchdogs. We need to punish the guilty, no matter how high they sit. Fear of punishment can act as a deterrent—but laws alone are not enough.

What happens when those enforcing the law—judges, police, bureaucrats—are themselves corrupt? What happens when people believe they can buy their way out of justice?

That is where we are now.

The deeper solution lies in moral education and social awakening. From an early age, children must be taught that corruption is theft from the people. Every bribe, every misused rupee, steals from a hospital, a school, a road, or a job that could have changed a community’s life.

This message must be echoed in families, schools, media, and public discourse.

People must realize: corruption is not a clever shortcut—it is a crime against the nation.

*** Gen Z: Don’t Just Revolt—Rebuild

The younger generation has shown remarkable courage in challenging the status quo. But the goal is not just protest—it is reconstruction. The revolt must evolve into a movement that builds new institutions, new norms, and a new political culture rooted in transparency, integrity, and justice.

Let us be clear: this is unfinished business. The revolution of values has just begun.

*** Conclusion: A Call to Action

Nepal cannot afford to lose another decade to the same old games. This is the time to invest in a new vision—one based on participatory socialism, moral accountability, and inclusive governance.

The dream of a just and prosperous Nepal lies not just in toppling corrupt leaders, but in raising a generation that refuses to become them.

It starts with us.