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Nepal's New PM Balendra Shah Takes Office as Young Leaders Rise to Power

Nepal's newly-elected Prime Minister Balendra Shah has been sworn into office, marking a significant shift in the country's political landscape. Top leaders, including former premiers, have congratulated him as his party, the Rastriya Swatantra Party, secured a massive mandate in recent parliamentary elections. The new government, aware of the public's demand for change, has pledged to focus on economic development and removing bureaucratic bottlenecks. Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle emphasized the government's commitment to delivering on the people's mandate for action and good governance.

Key Points: Nepal's New PM Balendra Shah Sworn In, Receives Congratulations

  • Balendra Shah sworn in as Nepal's 47th PM
  • RSP party won nearly two-thirds majority
  • New government pledges economic reform
  • Focus on scrapping outdated laws
  • A new generation enters politics
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Nepal: Top leaders congratulate new PM Balendra Shah

Nepal's top political leaders congratulate new Prime Minister Balendra Shah as he forms his cabinet following a decisive election victory for his party.

"People have given us a mandate to act, and we must deliver. - Swarnim Wagle"

Kathmandu, March 27

Nepal's top political leaders congratulated newly-elected Prime Minister Balendra Shah, wishing him success in his tenure as the executive head of the Himalayan country.

Former Prime Minister Sushila Karki wished him success in fulfilling the mandate given by the people to him and his party.

In a Facebook post, Karki, who handed over the premiership to Balen, said she was happy to see a 35-year-old Prime Minister as her successor.

Shah, who was considered a frontrunner to head the interim government following the Gen-Z movement in September last year, had backed Karki for the role at the time.

Following the parliamentary elections held on March 5, Shah has become the country's 47th Prime Minister, as a new generation of leaders enters the political mainstream. On Friday, he was sworn in as Prime Minister, as Nepal begins a new journey under fresh political leadership. Shah has also formed a 15-member Cabinet.

Former Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli also took to Facebook to congratulate Shah and his Cabinet members, wishing them success in their tenure. Shah defeated Oli in the recent parliamentary elections from Jhapa-5 in eastern Nepal. The two had been at loggerheads when Oli was Prime Minister and Shah was Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City.

Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa also congratulated Shah and his team, assuring that his party would provide constructive support to the new government in its efforts toward national prosperity, citizens' rights, and good governance.

Thapa is among the prominent leaders who suffered defeat at the hands of candidates from the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), which swept the recent House of Representatives elections with nearly a two-thirds majority.

After assuming office, newly appointed Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle said the new government was aware of the people's mandate, noting that voters had given the RSP an overwhelming majority after growing disillusioned with traditional political parties. "People have given us a mandate to act, and we must deliver," he said.

He added that the government would focus on removing bottlenecks to economic development, including scrapping as many as 15 laws. The RSP has also pledged to ensure good governance and economic growth in its election manifesto.

- IANS

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Priya S
Good to see a generational shift in leadership. At 35, he represents the aspirations of the youth. Hope he focuses on economic development and stability, which will benefit the entire region. Nepal's prosperity is in everyone's interest.
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Rohit P
The mandate for change is clear. Voters rejected the old parties. His promise to scrap outdated laws is a good start. But delivering on "good governance" is easier said than done. He has a tough road ahead with high expectations.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the former rivals congratulating him. Hope this spirit of cooperation continues for Nepal's sake. As a neighbor, India should engage constructively with the new government. Focus should be on connectivity and people-to-people ties.
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Vikram M
A two-thirds majority is a powerful mandate. Now comes the real test. The finance minister's words are promising, but removing bottlenecks needs more than scrapping laws. It needs political will. Let's see if they can translate manifesto promises into reality.
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Kavya N
Wishing PM Shah a successful tenure. Stability in Nepal is important for regional cooperation. I hope the new cabinet prioritizes development projects that benefit common people and foster a positive relationship with all neighbors.

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