Summary:

Nepal is holding parliamentary elections on March 5, 2026, just five months after Generation Z-led protests sparked a political crisis and created opportunities for new political forces to challenge the traditional leaders. The youth-driven movement has reshaped the political landscape, with fresh faces like Balendra Shah (known as “Balen”), former mayor of Kathmandu, gaining prominence. If the Rastriya Swatantra Party wins, Shah is set to become prime minister through an internal agreement. The elections will test the strength of these emerging youth-led movements against the established political old guard.

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