Nepal’s Politics Before Falgun 21: Old Faces, New Hope, and Our Confusion
As Falgun 21 comes closer, Nepal’s politics feels
heavy, emotional, and confusing at the same time. Everywhere I look—social media, tea shops, family discussions—people are talking about politics again. Some are hopeful, some are angry, and many are simply tired.
I am not a politician. I am just a citizen who loves this country and wants to see it move forward. And honestly, this election feels different.
The Current Situation: People Are Tired
For years, we have seen the same leaders, the same promises, and the same excuses. Governments change, but our problems stay the same. Corruption, unemployment, poor systems—these things have made people lose trust.
Especially young people.
Many youths don’t believe speeches anymore. They believe actions.
That’s why this election matters.
RSP: A New Option, Not a Perfect One
Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) came as a fresh alternative. It gave hope to people who were done choosing between the “less bad” options. Rabi Lamichhane and RSP represent frustration turned into political energy.
Is RSP perfect? No.
But for many people, it feels honest. It feels like a protest vote that turned into a movement. People support RSP not because they expect miracles, but because they want change—even if it’s risky.
Balen Shah: Why Youth Trust Him
Balen Shah is not a traditional politician, and that’s exactly why people trust him. As the Mayor of Kathmandu, he showed something rare in Nepali politics: decision-making without fear.
He made mistakes, yes.
But he worked. He spoke directly. He didn’t hide behind big words.
For many young people, Balen represents what leadership could look like—bold, responsible, and accountable. Whether he joins national politics or not, he has already changed how youths see leadership.
KP Sharma Oli: Experience vs Fatigue
KP Sharma Oli is a powerful and experienced leader. No one can deny his influence. He has supporters who believe he is strong, nationalist, and decisive.
But many people—especially youths—feel tired.
They feel that leaders like Oli represent the past more than the future. His speeches still energize some, but for others, they remind us of promises we’ve already heard too many times.
This is not about disrespect.
It’s about whether experience alone is enough anymore.
Old vs New: The Real Battle
This election is not just about parties.
It’s about mindsets.
Old politics vs new thinking
Power vs responsibility
Speeches vs action
Traditional parties still have strong networks and loyal voters. New parties have energy and public frustration on their side. The result? A very uncertain future—and that’s not a bad thing.
What I Hope For Nepal
I don’t expect a perfect leader. I don’t expect instant development.
What I hope for is:
Leaders who are afraid of the people, not the system
Politics that feels like service, not business
A country where youths don’t have to leave to dream
Falgun 21 is not the end. It’s a test.
A test of our awareness, our courage, and our responsibility as citizens.
Nepal is standing at a turning point.
And this time, our silence or our voice will matter more than ever.
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