Kathmandu, September 8, 2026 — Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chairman Rabi Lamichhane has said the state must take full responsibility for providing medical treatment, family support and long-term rehabilitation to those injured during Nepal's Gen Z movement.
In a statement issued on the first anniversary of the movement, Lamichhane described the day as an explosion of a new awakening in Nepali history.
He said the peaceful demonstration by the younger generation represented a clear rejection of traditional political practices and reflected the aspirations of a generation seeking change.
“This generation has grown up in the digital era, possesses global awareness, and seeks a future in their own country; bad governance is unacceptable to them,” Lamichhane said.
Lamichhane emphasized that the Gen Z movement was completely spontaneous and said no political party or leader should attempt to use it for narrow political interests.
“Today, we are in a position to answer the questions raised by the youth from the streets yesterday, and tomorrow, someone else will stand to demand answers from us as well,” he said.
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The RSP chairman also called on young people to remain constructively vigilant and closely scrutinize the performance of those in positions of responsibility.
“Let us not allow a narrative of despair to become established in the general public’s mindset,” he said.
Lamichhane said civic anger must be transformed into a constructive force for nation-building, urging all sections of society to work together toward that goal.
Reaffirming his commitment to the principles raised by the movement, he said his political path would remain guided by the rule of law, equitable prosperity and national dignity.
“We will not deviate even an inch from the path of the rule of law, equitable prosperity, and national dignity forged by that storm,” he said.