A day after Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned, leaving Nepal in political uncertainty amid violent protests, students and youth in Kathmandu have voiced strong support for law and order and called for credible leadership in the interim government.
Several young citizens suggested the name of former Chief Justice Sushila Karki, citing her legal expertise as essential in restoring stability. “My immediate concern is law and order. To maintain it, the country requires someone knowledgeable about the law. For this, Sushila Karki is the right option,” said a student of International Affairs and Diplomacy in Kathmandu.
Another youth echoed similar sentiments, saying, “This is an interim government. We have suggested her name to protect democracy in our country.”
According to sources, Karki’s name has emerged as a possible candidate for leading the transitional government. The demand reflects growing frustration among Nepal’s youth, who are at the forefront of protests calling for an end to corruption, nepotism, and weak governance.
The army remains deployed across Kathmandu as demonstrations intensify. Protesters are also demanding the revocation of the recent ban on major social media platforms, which they view as an attack on free speech.
President Ram Chandra Poudel, in an official statement quoted by The Himalayan Times, urged all sides to seek a peaceful resolution through dialogue. “I urge all sides to remain calm, prevent further harm to the nation, and come to the table for talks. In a democracy, the demands raised by citizens can be addressed through dialogue and negotiation,” he said.
The protests, which began on September 8, have spread to major cities including Pokhara, Butwal, and Birgunj. The unrest has so far left 30 people dead and over 1,000 injured in clashes with security forces. Authorities have imposed curfews in several cities to contain the situation.
