Nepal PM holds first talks since protests with parties and ‘Gen Z’
Nepal’s interim leader has held the first talks between political parties and youth representatives since last month’s deadly anti-corruption protests that toppled the previous government, officials said on Thursday (October 30, 2025). The Hindu
Tripartite meeting: who met and what was said
“We have succeeded in creating an environment of cooperation and trust by ending the state of lack of dialogue,” Prime Minister Sushila Karki, the former Chief Justice appointed as interim leader, said in a statement on social media. The Hindu
Ms. Karki, 73, who will lead the Himalayan nation until elections, held a four-hour meeting with youth representatives on Wednesday (October 29, 2025), according to her media coordinator Ram Rawal. The Hindu
Weather, Cyclone Montha and nationwide disruptions
Throughout Thursday, most parts of Nepal witnessed light to moderate rainfall triggered by Cyclone Montha. The Kathmandu Post
Continuous rainfall that started around midnight on Wednesday in some places and early Thursday morning in others not only disrupted everyday life, but also brought an early chill and damaged ready-to-harvest paddy crops in most districts. The Kathmandu Post
Several domestic and international flights were diverted due to bad weather conditions. The Kathmandu Post
Tourism, heavy snowfall and rescue operations
The Armed Police have rescued a total of 162 tourists from Annapurna Base Camp in Myagdi. The Rising Nepal
The force, which went under the command of Armed Police Inspector Binod Paudel, has rescued 162 people, including 17 foreign tourists, as of this morning. The Rising Nepal
After the rescue, no domestic or foreign tourists are stranded at Annapurna Base Camp, said Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Shailendra Thapa, Joint Spokesperson of the Armed Police. The Rising Nepal
The tourists who were at risk due to heavy snowfall and were stranded due to not being able to find the way were rescued by finding a route with the help of ropes, Thapa said. The Rising Nepal
Earlier on Wednesday, the Nepali Army, in coordination with two other security bodies, rescued 1,500 people trapped in heavy snowfall in Upper Manang. The Rising Nepal
Although some of the rescued tourists have health problems, including respiratory ailments, there are no major problems. The Rising Nepal
Background and context
The unrest on September 8-9 was triggered by a brief ban on social media, although it was fuelled by long-standing frustration over economic hardship and corruption. The Hindu
At least 73 people were killed during the two days of unrest, which left Parliament, courts and government buildings in flames. The Hindu
Community Voices
- How do you assess the tripartite talks’ chances of building trust ahead of March elections?
- What immediate steps should authorities take to protect farmers and crops during Cyclone Montha’s impact?
- Are current search-and-rescue resources sufficient for peak trekking season risks?
- What role should Gen Z representatives play in shaping the interim government’s priorities?
- How can flight and travel advisories be improved to reduce disruption during extreme weather events?