Balendra Shah Poised to Become Nepal's Youngest Elected Prime Minister After Election Results
Summary
Balendra Shah, former Kathmandu Mayor, is set to become Nepal's youngest popularly elected Prime Minister after defeating KP Sharma Oli in the recent House of Representatives election.
Key Points
- Balendra Shah defeated former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli by nearly 50,000 votes in Jhapā-5.
- He will be Nepal's youngest popularly elected Prime Minister at age 35.
- Shah is the first Prime Minister of Madhesi origin and former Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City.
- The RSP won a two-thirds majority in the House of Representatives, securing 182 out of 275 seats.
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