Khadga Prasad Oli

Khadga Prasad Oli is a prominent political figure in Nepal, serving as a former Prime Minister and a leading member of the Communist Party of Nepal–Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML). He is newsworthy due to his recent defeat in the parliamentary election held in March 2026. The election saw a significant shift in Nepali politics, with the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), led by an ex-rapper, achieving a landslide victory. Oli was defeated in Jhapa by Balendra Shah, the prime ministerial candidate of the RSP. This election marks the first since the 2025 youth revolt and signifies a potential change in the country's political landscape, challenging the established leadership that has governed Nepal for decades. The RSP's success highlights a growing dissatisfaction with traditional parties and a desire for new leadership.