Sudan Gurung reappointed Home Minister, Mahabir Pun gets innovation portfolio
Summary
Sudan Gurung was reappointed as Home Minister and Mahabir Pun was appointed Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation during a cabinet expansion by Prime Minister Balendra Shah.
Key Points
- Sudan Gurung was sworn in again as Home Minister after previously stepping down amid financial investigation.
- Mahabir Pun, an innovation campaigner and former Education Minister, was appointed to lead the newly formed Science, Technology and Innovation ministry.
- The swearing-in ceremony was administered by President Ramchandra Paudel at Shital Niwas.
- The Cabinet expansion was led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah and attended by multiple high-profile officials including the Vice-President and Chief Justice.
