From Activist to Home Minister: The Controversial Rise of Sudan Gurung
Summary
Sudan Gurung, once an activist and chairman of 'Hami Nepal,' rose to become Nepal's Home Minister after prominent roles in social movements and crises response, despite controversies.
Key Points
- Sudan Gurung gained prominence during the Jengji movement and became a central figure in its final stages.
- He was elected Member of Parliament from Gorkha-1, breaking traditional party vote banks and appointed Home Minister in Balen Shah's cabinet.
- Gurung faced allegations including opacity in Covid-19 aid and accusations of ties to Free Tibet, which he denies.
- Originating from a remote area, he rose from a call center worker and DJ to a powerful government minister through activism and crisis management.
