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Nepal's 'Super PM' Balen Shah marks one month in office amid minister exits, reform push
Balendra 'Balen' Shah completed one month as prime minister amid cabinet exits and a push for reform. Two ministers resigned within the month, prompting questions about governance and transparency. The government faced criticism over the Karki report, arrests of former leaders, and a riverside squatters demolition drive in Kathmandu.
Why It Matters
Shah's leadership, seen by supporters as a Gen-Z-led shift, is under scrutiny as resignations and controversial policy actions test political stability and public trust.
Timeline
8 Events
Arrests of Oli and Lekhak draw political backlash
April 27, 2026
Arrests of former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak without proper paperwork draw political backlash against Shah's government.
Karki report criticized for legal grounding
April 27, 2026
The implementation of the Karki report, linked to Gen-Z protests, is criticized for lacking apparent legal grounding.
Shah's lack of public address raises questions
April 27, 2026
Shah has not addressed the nation or held a press conference since assuming office, leaving voters puzzled about government transparency and accountability.
Supporters comment to ANI about minister resignations
April 27, 2026
"Being a youth and Gen Z, I was hopeful... but within a month, two ministers have resigned" says a voter, highlighting concerns over leadership.
Ministers Deepak Sah and Sudan Gurung resign from Shah's cabinet
April 27, 2026
Labour Minister Deepak Sah and Home Minister Sudan Gurung resign from the Shah administration, contributing to a sense of unease over cabinet capacity.
One month in office milestone for PM Balendra 'Balen' Shah
April 27, 2026
Balendra 'Balen' Shah completes one month as Nepal's prime minister, marking the milestone since taking office amid a Gen-Z-backed reform push and ongoing governance turbulence.
Riverside squatters removal in Kathmandu Valley ordered
April 2026
The government ordered the demolition of riverside squatters in Kathmandu Valley. The move had supporters but drew questions about planning and rehabilitation; the demolition drive was reportedly pitched during Shah's term as Kathmandu mayor.
Gen-Z protests across Kathmandu last year
2025
Gen-Z protests across Kathmandu raised serious human rights concerns nationwide and worldwide, shaping public sentiment ahead of Shah's government.