Gen Z movement political developments have weakened the constitution; stresses consensus, cooperation, and coexistence to safeguard democracy
Kathmandu —
Senior Nepali Congress leader Shekhar Koirala says Nepal’s constitution and democratic system are facing a serious threat amid political uncertainty following the Gen Z movement.
Koirala says the removal of an elected government and the formation of an unelected administration led by former Chief Justice Sushila Karki have weakened constitutional governance at a critical moment, as the country approaches parliamentary elections.
He warns that repeating the confusion and constitutional vacuum seen earlier would betray the sacrifices made to establish democracy. Koirala also raises concern over conditions that could require the army’s involvement in internal security.
Calling debates within major political parties inevitable under the current circumstances, he says similar discussions inside the Nepali Congress have fueled demands for reform and generational transition.
Stressing that the party’s statute is grounded in democratic values, Koirala urges leaders and delegates to seek a way forward through consensus, cooperation, and coexistence. He calls for a special general convention to resolve internal disputes and strengthen party unity.
Koirala says his efforts are not driven by personal ambition but by the need to protect party unity and democratic practice. He adds that only a united Nepali Congress can safeguard democracy, reaffirming his commitment to the reconciliation path laid down by leaders from BP Koirala to Sushil Koirala.