Nepal has commenced voting in its first general elections since the violent 'Gen Z protests' that occurred in September 2022, which resulted in the toppling of the government led by K. P. Sharma Oli. These protests were marked by significant unrest, leading to the deaths of 77 individuals and injuring over 2,000 others. In the aftermath, the parliament was dissolved, and an interim government headed by former Chief Justice Sushila Karki took over to facilitate a political transition in the country.

The elections feature the participation of several political entities, including the traditional major parties, Nepali Congress and the Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist-Leninist), along with newly formed parties like the Rastriya Swotantra Party Nepal, Shram Sanskriti Party, and Ujjalo Nepal. A total of 275 lawmakers are being elected, and the voting process is organized across 23,000 polling stations, ensuring access for the 30 million citizens eligible to vote. The polls opened at 7:00 AM local time and will close by 5:00 PM.

In recognition of this important electoral event, the interim government has declared a three-day public holiday, which allows voters to return to their constituencies and participate actively in the democratic process. The elections are viewed as a critical step towards restoring stability and trust in Nepal's governance following the tumultuous events of the previous year, with the outcomes expected to shape the country's political landscape for years to come.