New Industry, Commerce and Supply Minister Deepak Kumar Shah Assumes Office
Summary
Deepak Kumar Shah has assumed office as Nepal’s new Industry, Commerce and Supply Minister in Kathmandu after being appointed by President Ramchandra Paudel on the government’s recommendation. He said he will decide on public gas supply only after reviewing the ministry’s preparations and situation.
Key Points
- Deepak Kumar Shah was appointed as Industry, Commerce and Supply Minister by President Ramchandra Paudel on the government’s recommendation.
- He entered the ministry and assumed office on Thursday evening after taking the oath from the President.
- When asked about gas supply, he said he would make a concrete decision only after internal discussions and reviewing the ministry’s preparation.
- He said basic public needs must be met and that he would move forward after understanding the ministry’s prior work and current situation.
