Nepal goes to the polls; voters seek change after youth-led protests
By Gopal Sharma
Published on March 5, 2026.
Nepal's general election is set to take place on March 4, 2026, with over 3,400 candidates from 65 parties vying for 275 seats in parliament. The election is seen as crucial to address the aspirations of youth protesters, according to political analyst Puranjan Acharya. The country's election commission expects early trends to emerge by Friday, but it could take a week or more to finalize. Promises of jobs, corruption, and improved governance have been key issues during the election campaign.
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