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Balendra Shah Prime Ministerial Inauguration

March 12 – March 27, 2026

Where Things Stand

Balendra Shah was sworn in as Nepal's youngest prime minister after his party won 182 of 275 seats in the March 5 election. This landslide victory follows massive youth protests against corruption and ends the rule of long-standing political leaders. Shah now holds a clear majority in parliament to begin his term.

Key Statements

AAl Jazeera Online

The Rastriya Swatantra Party, led by Balendra Shah, wins 182 of 275 seats in Nepal's parliamentary elections, securing a sweeping majority in the lower house.

This article provides the specific seat count that established Shah's majority in parliament.

AAl Jazeera Online

Balendra Shah is sworn in as Nepal's youngest prime minister after his Rastriya Swatantra Party won 182 seats in parliament following youth-led anti-corruption protests.

This source confirms Shah's status as the youngest prime minister and the role of youth protests.

News

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Ex-rapper Balendra Shah sweeps to power in Nepal landslide election victory

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