KATHMANDU, Sept 20: Sudan Gurung, a prominent face of the Gen Z movement, has openly voiced his dissatisfaction with the working style of Nepal’s senior political leaders during a meeting with Nepali Congress (NC) General Secretary Gagan Thapa on Friday.
The brief encounter took place at Sheetal Niwas, the President’s residence, during the Constitution Day celebrations. In a video message shared on Saturday, Gurung reflected on the discussion.
“I met Gagan Dai and told him—this approach won’t do anymore. Do whatever you must, but the elders should not come in this way,” Gurung said, expressing his frustration with the entrenched political culture.
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He also reminded Thapa of the constitutional protections that safeguard political leaders and parties, stressing the importance of preserving the system. “I told him that the constitution has protected you so far. Had it been annulled, even the President would have been affected, leaving the country without a caretaker,” he added.
Gurung was careful to underline that his visit was not for political gain or personal office. “I did not go there to celebrate. I went to ensure leaders do not act with arrogance,” he said.
Highlighting his personal discipline during the meeting, Gurung revealed that he did not sit on the same chair as any leader and refused refreshments offered to him. “I did not drink the water, saying it would make me impure in a government built with the blood of my brothers and sisters,” he explained.
Reflecting on the post-Gen Z movement crisis, Gurung emphasized his decisive role in preventing the country from being left without a caretaker. He warned that had the constitution been repealed, the presidency would have been vacant, the nation left leaderless, and the risk of foreign intervention increased.
“I was given 15 minutes to decide on the future course of action. Had the constitution been annulled, even the President would have been affected, leaving the country without a caretaker. Rumours circulated that Indian forces were ready to intervene. Is that the country we want?” Gurung asked, reiterating that the constitution remains the ultimate safeguard for Nepal and its people.
