Miraj Dhungana Miraj Dhungana is a 24-year-old Nepali activist and entrepreneur who rose to national attention during the youth-led anti-corruption protests of 2025. Originally from Makwanpur and currently living in Bhaktapur , he became one of the key voices of Nepal’s Gen Z movement . Role in the 2025 Gen Z Movement The protests began in September 2025 after a controversial government decision to restrict social media. Miraj gained wide recognition through his viral TikTok videos , where he promoted the “Garikhana Deu” (Let Us Make a Living in Peace) campaign. He warned that the movement could be manipulated by political figures and emphasized that it was a grassroots effort , led by frustrated young citizens rather than established leaders. When protests turned violent, leading to several deaths, Miraj condemned both the violence and the authorities’ harsh response . He denied claims that the youth were behind the destruction, calling it the work of “skilled hands” m...