In a recent op-ed that vanished almost as quickly as it appeared—sparking a frenzy of shares, memes, and debates across social media—a young criminology scholar declared “It is over” for Pakistan’s older generation in power. Zorain Nizamani’s piece painted a bleak picture: a disillusioned Gen Z tuning out boomer narratives, fleeing abroad amid economic despair, and rejecting forced patriotism in favor of Spotify playlists and silent exits. It’s a raw, viral cry that resonates with many frustrated youth, amplified by figures like PTI’s Shahbaz Gill and dissected in countless X threads. But while the generational rift is real, declaring defeat is premature. Far from over, this moment signals a beginning—a transcendental shift where experience merges with youthful vigor, forging a responsible, patriotic nation without the chaos of Sri Lankan protests or Bangladeshi uprisings.
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