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Balendra Shah Sworn In as Nepal’s Youngest Prime Minister Following Landslide Election Victory

Balendra Shah Prime Ministerial Inauguration·March 12 – March 27, 2026

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Balendra Shah Sworn In as Nepal’s Youngest Prime Minister Following Landslide Election Victory

Balendra Shah, a former rapper and leader of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, was sworn in as Nepal's youngest prime minister on March 27, 2026. This follows a sweeping election win where his party secured a majority in the lower house. The RSP won 182 of 275 seats in the general elections, defeating long-standing political leaders. Shah celebrated his inauguration by releasing a new rap song about national unity. His victory marks a significant shift as the Rastriya Swatantra Party takes control of the government with a huge mandate.
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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.

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

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