Is Gen Z of Nepal a Ticking Time Bomb?

Across the world, younger generations are often catalysts for change. But the manner in which Gen Z in Nepal has expressed its frustration—burning parliament buildings, torching luxury hotels, chasing politicians, and setting their own streets on fire—has triggered an intense debate. At its core, this conflict highlights the fragile balance between youthful impatience and national responsibility. Channelising the energy in the right direction is the most important and India as a nation can learn from it.

Why is Gen Z at the Center of Unrest?

Observers point to a key reason: social media dependency. Platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok have become more than just entertainment outlets. For many young people, these platforms are their world—their source of validation, identity, and self-expression. When this “digital oxygen” was cut off, anger exploded. It was not just about losing access to reels or memes; it was about losing a perceived right to existence.

Where Did the System Fail?

The crisis cannot be blamed solely on social media companies. It is a culmination of multiple systemic failures:

• Parents, in their desire to pamper, often replaced real engagement with gadgets.
• Schools focused on information transfer but neglected values, discipline, and cultural grounding.
• Governments allowed corporations to profit from digital addiction without creating safeguards.
• Society applauded influencers but ignored scholars, thinkers, and genuine role models.

The result: a generation restless, rootless, and disconnected from its own culture. They wear global fashion but ignore traditional attire. They cheer for Hollywood stars but overlook their own heritage. They eat fast food but rarely their traditional meals. The bond with roots has been weakened, and that emptiness is now manifesting as rebellion.

Is Social Media Citizenship Replacing National Identity?

A provocative question being raised is whether young people today feel more allegiance to Instagram than to their own country. If asked to choose between the tricolor of Bharat and the digital flag of a social platform, many would struggle. Their Aadhaar card may define them as citizens of India or Nepal, but their minds often reside elsewhere—scrolling endlessly through curated feeds.

This dual identity—official citizenship versus digital belonging—creates a dangerous psychological rift. A nation thrives on shared values, culture, and identity. When these bonds are severed, chaos becomes inevitable.

Can the Time Bomb Be Defused?

It is easy to criticize Gen Z, but equally important to accept collective responsibility. Parents, teachers, leaders, and society shaped this reality. The way forward requires:

1. Restoring Values: Schools must go beyond academics and nurture ethics, respect, and resilience.
2. Balanced Digital Use: Families should guide children on healthy online habits rather than banning or ignoring.
3. Reconnecting with Culture: Encourage pride in local traditions, festivals, food, and attire.
4. Meaningful Role Models: Promote thinkers, innovators, and creators instead of shallow influencers.
5. Policy Responsibility: Governments should regulate tech companies and promote digital literacy programs.

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Conclusion

Nepal’s Gen Z uprising is a warning bell for every family in South Asia. The disconnection between youth and tradition, the overreliance on digital validation, and the erosion of cultural values are creating an internal conflict as powerful as any external threat. The real war is not being fought with guns or tanks but with phones, screens, and a fragile value system.

The question is no longer whether Nepal can be saved. The urgent question is—can families across our region save their own homes before this silent time bomb explodes?

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