A government ban on 26 social media apps, including Facebook, WhatsApp, YouTube and X, triggered widespread protests. The forces that led to Oli’s exit run far deeper than anger at the government’s social media ban. Nepal’s democratic era began in 2008 after a decade-long Maoist insurgency culminated in the abolition of its monarchy. Most recently, the so-called “Nepo kid” campaign has seen the luxury lifestyles of politicians’ family members showcased on social media. His active engagement on social media, which has included expressing solidarity with protesters, has further solidified his position as a leader aligned with the aspirations of the younger generations.