Simone Galimberti

Nepal’s new federal government faces a critical test of political will: moving beyond symbolic gestures toward a clear, sustained commitment to reservations as a tool of social justice and caste-based redress.

Road accidents are one of the most fatal, human-induced causes of mortality in Nepal. 

Political parties in the country are notorious for preparing manifestos that resemble more propaganda tools than policy focused agendas.

Nepal’s Gen Z movement risks reproducing old power hierarchies unless inclusion, dignity, and leadership opportunities for Dalit and other marginalised youths become as central as the fight against corruption and bad governance.

Balen Shah’s tenure as Kathmandu mayor delivered visible urban improvements and bold social initiatives, but his decision to leave mid-term risks leaving an unfinished legacy in a city whose deeper challenges demand sustained leadership.

Nepal cannot move forward without honestly confronting the violence and human rights violations of its past. A national dialogue grounded in restorative justice is essential to heal deep societal wounds and rebuild trust between the state and its citizens.

Awareness campaigns targeting tourists and global audiences can help, but lasting progress depends on a government capable of delivering real climate action.  

Gen Z’s political momentum faces challenges from internal divisions and the resurgence of traditional parties, but their continued engagement could reshape Nepal’s future. Educating themselves about politics and finding common strategies to push for generational change is crucial to avoi...

Nepal’s liberal democracy, weakened by ineffective and corrupt political parties, needs revitalisation through deliberative democracy—citizen-led forums and participatory mechanisms that deepen public involvement beyond elections. Embedding such practices at local and national levels cou...

Nepal faces deep political uncertainty following the Gen Z protests, which spiralled into violence and exposed the fragility of the state. Without decisive action to end impunity, hold timely elections, and safeguard national sovereignty amid growing geopolitical pressures, the nation risks sliding...