Balendra Shah sworn in as prime minister
Summary
Balendra Shah of the Rastriya Swatantra Party has been sworn in as Nepal's prime minister, the first leader from the Madhesi community to hold the post, following his electoral victory in Jhapa-5. President Ramchandra Paudel also administered oaths to 14 other ministers.
Key Points
- Balendra Shah was sworn in as Nepal's prime minister by President Ramchandra Paudel.
- Shah is the first Madhesi community leader to become prime minister.
- Shah won the Jhapa-5 constituency in the March 5 parliamentary elections, defeating KP Sharma Oli.
- President Paudel also administered oaths to 14 other ministers representing various portfolios in the Shah Cabinet.
