Nepal Crisis: A Result of Failure of Governance, Corruption, and Violation of Rights

The government's legal justification for the ban that platforms like Facebook and YouTube failed to register locally is widely seen as a flimsy pretext for censorship. The move effectively crippled a digital ecosystem that has become a primary channel for education, business, and social activism.

- BANDHAN KUMAR VERMA

The recent political and social turmoil in Nepal is not merely a consequence of public discontent; it is a human tragedy born from broken promises. What started as frustration over a government ban on social media has quickly spiraled into a national cry for justice, a movement that's challenging the very foundations of accountability and citizens' rights.

Nepal's transition to a federal democratic republic in 2015 was supposed to be a new dawn, promising justice and freedom for all. But years of political infighting, frequent shifts in power, and a gaping void in leadership have left people feeling betrayed. The current crisis isn't a sudden event; it's the inevitable result of letting fundamental problems fester for far too long.

The constitutional promise of stability has been shattered by a constant cycle of political chaos. Since the monarchy's abolition in 2008, Nepal has had over a dozen governments, with administrations averaging just over a year in power. This is more than just political instability; it's a profound failure of governance. The frequent changes have prevented long-term policy implementation, stalled critical infrastructure projects, and created a bureaucratic inertia that has stifled economic progress. For example, key initiatives like the Nijgadh International Airport have languished in bureaucratic limbo, costing the country valuable time and resources. This political churn has led many citizens, particularly the youth, to question whether the democratic system they fought for is truly working for them.