Balendra Shah, widely known as Balen, has emerged as a leading contender for Nepal’s prime ministerial post ahead of the March 5 general election. After a youth-led uprising last September forced former Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli to resign, Shah urged Generation Z to prepare for national leadership. Moreover, his message on social media reflected […]
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Nepal’s Jhapa-5 becomes key battleground ahead of elections
Nepal’s eastern district of Jhapa-5 has emerged as a pivotal battleground ahead of the March 5 elections, following deadly anti-corruption protests that toppled the government last September. Two prime ministerial candidates, former leader KP Sharma Oli and rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah, are competing for the constituency. The outcome in this seat could determine who leads the […]