The year 2082 BS draws to a close on April 13, marked by the Gen Z movement, an election and the rise of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, protests demanding socio-economic and cultural transformation, and the country’s struggle against natural disasters.

For Nepal, 2082 BS was more than just a change of the calendar, it was a year of unexpected political upheaval and the ascent of new forces to power amid a digital movement. It stands out as one of the most decisive years in the country’s modern history.

Here are 12 representative photographs captured by the Post’s photojournalists that document the year.