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PODS by PEI is a podcast initiative of Policy Entrepreneurs Inc., a policy research center based in Kathmandu, that examines the state of Nepali politics, economy, and development and seeks to inform and enrich Nepals policy discourse. Every week, PODS by PEI brings to you thoughtful and in-depth discussions that will take you deep into the most pertinent issues in Nepal. Language: en Genres: Science, Social Sciences Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Beyond the Ballot Box: Alok Bohara on Nepal’s Gen Z Movement & Why Institutions Matter
Sunday, 15 February, 2026
In this episode of PODS by PEI, Professor Alok Bohara joins PEI's Nirjan Rai and Saumitra Neupane to look past the March 5th polling numbers and examine the systemic decay of Nepal’s democratic guardrails.We dive deep into why Nepal’s institutions have collapsed three times since 1990 and how the current Gen Z movement is acting as a decentralized catalyst for institutional reform. From the "Extraction-Control Nexus" to the missing "Middle Corridor" of governance, this conversation is a masterclass in the structural reality of Nepali politics.In this episode, we discuss:(00:00) Intro: Beyond the Ballot Box(04:30) The "Extraction-Control Nexus" explained(12:15) Why Nepal’s institutions lack "memory"(22:45) Gen Z as an "Emergent" force in 2026(35:10) Building the Middle Corridor for future stability(45:00) Closing: Reform vs. ElectionsFollow Dr. Alok Bohara’s work:Read more on his Substack: Nepal UnpluggedStay Connected with PEI:Website: pei.centerTwitter/X: @Tweet2PEINewsletter: Of Policies and PoliticsLove the show? Rate us 5 stars on Spotify and hit the 'Follow' button to never miss a deep dive into Nepal's policy landscape.
