The Nepali New Year 2083 began on Tuesday.
The year 2082 was certainly not an ordinary one. It was a year of massive upheavals across social, political, and economic sectors.
Politically, 2082 served as a major watershed moment. The Gen Z movement didn't just displace traditional powers like the Nepali Congress and CPN-UML; it laid the foundation for an election where the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) secured a nearly two-thirds majority.
This uprising brought a new dimension to political movements, catapulting youth into the halls of Parliament and power. Currently, 36-year-old Balendra Shah holds the country's reins. Youth participation in Parliament is encouraging, with a significant number of ministers under the age of 40 in the Cabinet.
While 2082 was politically turbulent, there were also many memorable and tragic events in other sectors.
Although the Gen Z movement changed the political landscape, it caused significant damage to the economy. Several businesses and industries, including Bhat-Bhateni Supermarket, were destroyed. The destruction on September 9 affected Bhat-Bhateni the most, though it also recovered the fastest, with many fire-damaged outlets already back in operation.
Like previous years, the year 2082 also witnessed tragic road accidents. The Dhading bus accident in particular was an unforgettable tragedy. In the accident at Charaundi, 19 people, including 3 foreigners, lost their lives.
In sports, the Tribhuvan University Cricket Stadium was finally equipped with floodlights, allowing Nepalis to enjoy cricket at night for the first time. The arrival of world-renowned athletes added to the excitement.
The visit of legendary Brazilian footballer Roberto Carlos helped promote Nepal internationally. He was brought to Nepal for the Nepal Super League.
Economically, the year was not very remarkable. The already weakened private sector was further hit by the Gen Z movement. This year, Biswo Paudel was appointed as the new governor of Nepal Rastra Bank.
The Madhesh region suffered from severe drought this year, with cracked fields where paddy crops should have been lush and green.
Meanwhile, floods in Rasuwa caused massive destruction and led to the closure of the border with China for a long period. Hundreds of vehicles were swept away or buried.
In entertainment, artists from India like Nora Fatehi, Sanjay Dutt, and Sonu Nigam heated up Kathmandu.
Meanwhile, Nepali citizen Bipin Joshi lost his life in an attack by Hamas in Israel. He had been held hostage for a long time and died in captivity. His body was brought back to Nepal and cremated with national honors.
Protesters head toward New Baneshwar during the Gen Z movement on September 8.
Prime Minister Balen Shah (center) and Shram Sanskriti Party Chairman Harka Sampang (left) are seen together during the first meeting of the House of Representatives.
Prime Minister Balen Shah takes the oath of office and secrecy.
Outgoing prime minister Sushila Karki and Prime Minister Balen Shah share a cordial moment during the oath ceremony.
Newly appointed ministers take their oath of office.
The body of Bipin Joshi, who was killed at the very place where he was held hostage by Hamas, is brought back to Nepal. He had been taken hostage by Hamas while on a study visit to Israel.
Bus accident in Dhading.
The House of Representatives election is held on March 5 after the Gen Z movement. The Rastriya Swatantra Party secured a nearly two-thirds majority in the election.
Floodlights illuminate the Tribhuvan University Cricket Stadium.
Balen Shah visits the Rastriya Swatantra Party office for the first time after joining the party.
Hilton Tower in Naxal is set on fire during the Gen Z movement on September 9.
The then-Parliament building in New Baneshwar is set on fire during the Gen Z movement on September 9.
CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli is arrested on charges of suppressing the Gen Z movement. He has since been released on personal cognizance.
Former prime minister Madhav Nepal arrives to record his statement after a corruption case was filed against him in connection with the Patanjali land controversy.
A farmer prays for rain after paddy seedlings dried up due to drought.
Drought-stricken Tarai–Madhesh region.
New members of Parliament take their oath of office. In the House of Representatives election held on March 5, the Rastriya Swatantra Party secured a nearly two-thirds majority.
Protesters are seen holding weapons seized from police during the Gen Z movement on September 9.
Police take Rabindra Mishra into custody on charges of treason and organized crime following vandalism, arson, and loss of life during the royalist movement.
Former home minister Ramesh Lekhak is arrested on charges of suppressing the Gen Z movement. He was serving as home minister when the protests took place.
Kerung border point is reduced to ruins after a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF).
Rasuwagadhi Hydropower Project is damaged by floods originating in Tibet.
Sushila Karki becomes prime minister after the KP Oli-led government was ousted by the Gen Z movement.
A cricket match underway at the Tribhuvan University Cricket Stadium.
Bhat-Bhateni Super Store is set ablaze during the Gen Z movement on September 9.
