Opinion | Balendra Shah should prepare for the worst
Summary
Balendra Shah’s government is facing growing internal criticism just months into its term, with fissures emerging inside the Rastriya Swatantra Party and pressure mounting over governance, budget disputes and public criticism. The piece warns that Shah should brace for deeper party conflict if the rift continues to widen.
Key Points
- Balendra Shah and the Rastriya Swatantra Party are under growing attack from both opposition parties and members within the party itself.
- The article says Shah’s rise was fueled by public frustration with corruption and bad governance, but his government has been in office for less than six months.
- Internal RSP tensions are linked to disputes over budget allocations, possible budget tampering, and policy issues such as the health and private education tax.
- The author argues that Shah should prepare for worsening infighting, and that Rabi Lamichhane’s handling of the alliance will be politically decisive.
