Meet Nepal’s ‘Nepo Kids’ Who Have Been Targeted During the Country’s Gen Z Protests

While we Indians are busy discussing how we can tackle the US tariffs or boycott the upcoming IND vs PAK match of the Asia Cup 25, one of our neighboring countries is currently witnessing the revolution led by Gen Z. Nepal’s Gen Z-led demonstration is a prime example of how youth power can transform a nation in many respects. For many years, Nepal’s youth have witnessed a corrupt political elite stealing their rights and reducing their opportunities.

The government’s social media ban was the last straw, ultimately sparking a huge, violent, and media-savvy rebellion. The uprising was so significant that it ousted the entire sitting government from power. In this uprising, the children of political elites, known as “nepo kids,” are becoming a major target. Their lavish life, fancy lifestyle, and foreign vacations, while average Nepalis face unemployment and extreme poverty, become the triggering point. So, let’s find out who these nepo kids are:

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1. Shrinkhala Khatiwada

Shrinkhala Khatiwada, former Miss Nepal winner, is known for being a face of Nepal Nepo Kids. She is the daughter of Birodh Khatiwada, the former health minister of Nepal. In addition, Munu Sigdel Khatiwada, her mother, is a member of the state parliament for Bagmati Province. Her Instagram feed displays her opulent lifestyle, which includes trips to Switzerland, the United States, and London.

During recent protests, her family’s house was one of the ones set on fire, and as the demonstrations continued, she reportedly lost more than one lakh Instagram followers.

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2. Shivana Shrestha

Another Nepo kid, Shivana Shrestha, is well-known not only as a renowned singer but also as the daughter-in-law of former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba. She frequently shares videos of expensive apparel and opulent residences on her Instagram account.

However, after the protests erupted and she was singled out for flaunting her extravagant lifestyle, she disabled her account, and her current whereabouts are not known.

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3. Jaiveer Singh Deuba

Jaiveer Singh Deuba is another prime example of how children of political elites are living totally different lives from the average Nepali. He is the son of former Nepal Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba & Dr. Arzu Deuba, the last Nepali foreign minister. Not only this, but also both of his parents are prominent members of the Center Working Committee of the Nepali Congress, with Sher Bahadur Deuba currently holding its presidential post.

Additionally, he is the husband of Shivana Shrestha, another nepo kid and a well-known singer. Their videos and photos together go around on social media, in which they are seen enjoying their lavish lifestyle.

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4. Smita Dahal

Another well-known singer in Nepal’s entertainment sector with strong political connections is Smita Dahal. She is the granddaughter of former Prime Minister and well-known Communist Party of Nepal leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda.’

She received criticism for flaunting handbags valued at lakhs of rupees on social media at a time when many Nepalis are having difficulty finding employment. She married her partner Suyojya Shrestha last year, and many well-known artists, including Haribansh Acharya, Kiran KC, Shiva Shrestha, Jitu Nepal, and Kedar Ghimire, were present.

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5. Saugat Thapa

Another Nepo kid whose photos are going viral on social media is Saugat Thapa. He was born into a political family and currently serves as the managing director of Ansuvara Group in Pokhara, Nepal. His father, Bindu Kumar Thapa, served as Gandaki Province’s minister of law, communication, and provincial affairs.

In addition to being the youngest candidate, Saugat was elected as a member of the Pokhara Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He recently opened the lakeside resort Bagaincha.

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While the main aim of the Gen Z protest was achieved, that is, to oust the KP Sharma Oli-led government, discussions among these nepo kids are still ongoing. While some people are saying that they are satisfied with what happened, others are saying it’s not enough, and these politicians should be punished severely. On social media, hashtags like #PoliticiansNepoBabyNepal and #NepoBabies continue to be popular. Therefore, it is safe to state that people’s rage has not gone away and has grown into a full-fledged hatred for these nepo kids.

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