Nepal, Aug. 16 -- Whenever the Chasmey Poet posted his creations on Facebook, speculation brewed in Deshbhumi. The general public would applaud how the poet had stabbed the leaders with his sharp and witty words. Leaders and their loyalists would scrunch their noses in utter disgust. For a day or two, the poem overtook the political gossip in teashops and chautaris.

"He has always been vocal when it comes to pointing out the ills."

"He is born to write."

"If he corrects his ways and writes in a milder tone, the state will recognise his talent. Might even get the title of 'Thulo Kabi' someday."

Among these commentators, some frustrated men would astound the circle with their eccentric logic.

"Imagine such a young man in politics. He k...