Nepal Gen Zs Use Discord to Endorse Interim PM Amid Unrest

- Nepal's Gen Z backs ex-chief justice via Discord poll. - Government collapse and military curfew spark digital revolt. After the government's collapse, Nepal’s Gen Z turned to Discord, rallying over 145,000 members to endorse an interim prime minister. With a military-imposed curfew in Kathmandu and crackdowns on social media, activists used technology to bypass restrictions and launch a bold digital initiative. On September 12, 2025, Cryptopolitan reported that the civic organization Hami Nepal organized an online poll on its Discord server, a platform that grew exponentially by gaining over 145,000 users in four days. During the poll, more than 40,000 people were active on the server, casting 7,713 votes. Former chief justice Sushila Karki secured the endorsement by surpassing the 50% threshold. However, this rapid mobilization sparked debates about the process's democratic legitimacy. These efforts were a response to social media restrictions, which prompted many Nepalis to use VPNs to navigate the clampdown. The events highlight technology’s growing role in political activism, as platforms like Discord offer new outlets for civic engagement during a crisis. Military leaders reportedly held discussions with Sushila Karki. Meanwhile, Hami Nepal’s young activists drafted a manifesto that called for political reforms and new elections. Yet, uncertainty remains, as it is unclear if the army will formally support Karki’s leadership because Nepal's constitutional process for selecting an interim leader in such situations is not defined.