Political Turmoil in Nepal : PM Oli Resigns, Parliament Burns Down, Protest against Corruption Intensifies

A massive protest took place in Kathmandu, Nepal, on 8 September 2025. It took a violent turn, resulting in at least 20 deaths and more than 100 injuries. Amidst the widespread uproar, accompanied by violent protests, deaths, and injuries, the Nepal government on 9th September, 2025 lifted the ban imposed on 26 social media apps, including major platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and X.

The demonstrations became violent when some protestors tried to infiltrate the parliament grounds. Police used tear gas, water cannons, and live fire to diffuse the raging crowd.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli offered his condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. In his statement, he said, “Today’s protest has caused great grief as many citizens lost their lives." He also assured that the government would provide proper treatment to the injured and make necessary arrangements for the families of the deceased.

Hours after lifting the social media ban on 9 September 2025, student-led protests erupted in Nepal, with demonstrators blocking roads near the parliament and other locations.

Gen Z protestors set fire to the Nepali Congress Party office in Sanepa, Nepal on Tuesday. The ongoing protest, led by Gen Z against systemic corruption, escalated after more than 20 deaths and over 100 casualties were reported on 8 September 2025.

The protest further intensified as demonstrators began targeting the residences of political leaders with stone pelting and other violent acts. Protestors also attacked the residence of Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Paudel in Bhaisepati.

Due to rising tension in the country, all flights at Tribhuvan International Airport have been cancelled, and the airport in Kathmandu has been partially closed.

Amid massive anti-government protests across the country, Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned on Tuesday, his aide Prakash Silwal confirmed. His resignation came shortly after hundreds of demonstrators stormed his office, chanting anti-government slogans.

Security at the India-Nepal border in West Bengal has been heightened amid the escalating crisis caused by violent protests led by Gen Z.

Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned, citing the worsening situation in the country. He has reportedly said that he stepped down from his position to pave the way for a solution and to help address the crisis through "political means".

Protesters in Nepal set the Parliament building on fire. Videos show the complex engulfed in flames after demonstrators torched the premises

Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel has accepted the resignation of Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli, a presidential aide said. The President has also initiated the process of appointing a new leader following Oli’s exit.

Amid anti-government protests, the Supreme Court in Kathmandu, Nepal, has been set on fire.

Protesters in Bhaktapur took to the streets in a show of anger and defiance, celebrating and dancing after setting fire to the private residence of former Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli. The incident occurred shortly after Oli resigned earlier in the day, following the escalating demonstrations against his government. The unrest highlights the widespread frustration among citizens over political instability and governance challenges in the country.