Balendra Shah

Balendra Shah, a 35-year-old former rapper, is the newly inaugurated Prime Minister of Nepal. He assumed office following elections held after the 2025 uprising that ousted the previous government led by KP Sharma Oli. Shah's rise to power signifies a generational shift in Nepali politics. His administration recently announced plans for Nepal to apologize to the Dalit community for historical injustices. He is also overseeing efforts to regulate mountaineering on Mount Everest. His taking office is significant because immediately after his swearing in, the former Prime Minister, KP Sharma Oli, and his Home Minister were arrested for their alleged involvement in the deadly crackdown on protesters during the 2025 uprising. This arrest, occurring so soon after Shah's inauguration, signals a potential commitment to accountability and justice under his leadership.