Democratic Gen Z Forum formed with Surendra Bhandari as coordinator

Setopati

Kathmandu, Nov 2

A Democratic Gen Z Forum has been formed with Surendra Bhandari as its coordinator.

The forum, composed of Gen Z youths who believe in democracy, was established on Sunday.

Members of the forum include Pujan Chamling Rai, Risha Thapa, Saroj Bista, Bishal Shahi, Kumbharaj Sahakari Deuba, Janak Saud, Laxmi Prasad Paudel, Mahendra Kunwar, Ramesh Neupane, Sunita Malla, Satendra Yadav, Binod Upadhyaya, Dinesh Raj Aidi, Niranjan Rohita, among others.

The forum has stated that it will counter attacks or conspiracies made under any pretext against the fundamental pillars of democracy, including nationalism, the protection of democratic values and principles, inclusivity, federalism, democratic republic, press freedom, civil supremacy, and an independent judiciary.

According to the members, the Democratic Gen Z Forum was formed to unite all Gen Z youth who have faith in democracy.

They have also urged the government to create an environment conducive to elections, and announced plans to expand the forum to the provinces and districts.