In Pictures: Balen and Rabi Lamichhane at RSP Central Office

Summary

Former Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah resigned to contest the March 5 House of Representatives election and was appointed senior leader and prime ministerial candidate of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP).

Key Points
  • Balen Shah resigned as mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City on January 18, 2026.
  • He plans to contest the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, 2026.
  • Balen Shah was appointed a senior leader of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP).
  • RSP has officially projected Balen Shah as its prime ministerial candidate.
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