Rastriya Swatantra Party Maintains Popularity Amidst Government Tenure, Poll Shows
Summary
A Ratopati poll says the Rastriya Swatantra Party’s popularity remains strong after five months in government, with voters still giving the party a clear lead over traditional rivals. The survey also shows mixed public views of Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s performance as criticism grows over the government’s working style and crisis response.
Key Points
- A Ratopati poll found RSP leading with 66.6 percent support among parties represented in the House of Representatives.
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s government received mixed ratings, though 44.2 percent called its work “very good.”
- The article says the government is under pressure after floods, reconstruction needs, and criticism over its handling of public services and protests.
- Political analysts and academics say it is too early to fully judge the new government, but they warn that RSP could repeat the decline of older parties.
