Nepal’s former Chief Justice, Sushila Karki, took charge of her office as the interim Prime Minister of the country at Singha Durbar on Sunday. This development comes following days of violent protests in the nation.
#WATCH | Kathmandu: Nepal’s former Chief Justice, Sushila Karki, takes charge as the interim Prime Minister of the country. pic.twitter.com/GV3NwZaQBb
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The former Chief Justice of Nepal was sworn in as the interim Prime Minister on Friday after a widespread Gen Z protest, due to frustration over political stagnation, corruption, and economic disparity. The demonstrations were triggered by the ban on social media platforms in the country.
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Sushila Karki As Interim PM
Karki (73) was appointed as the interim PM of Nepal after the protesters collectively endorsed her name as their nominee for the interim position.
Her appointment came following the resignation of former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli after the protests broke out.
How Was Sushila Karki Chosen?
As per ANI, Karki was chosen through a public vote held by Gen Z leaders on the online platform Discord. In the voting process, she emerged as the most popular and acceptable figure. Her selection marks a rare moment of consensus in Nepali politics.
Karki has also initiated consultations with close advisors and key figures from the Gen Z movement as she prepares to finalise her Cabinet, The Kathmandu Post reported.
Meanwhile, names that are being considered for ministerial roles include legal expert Om Prakash Aryal, former army official Balananda Sharma, retired justice Anand Mohan Bhattarai, Madhav Sundar Khadka, Asheem Man Singh Basnyat, and energy expert Kulman Ghising, The Kathmandu Post further reported.
From the medical field, prominent figures such as Dr Bhagawan Koirala, Dr Sanduk Ruit, Dr Jagadish Agrawal, and Dr Pukar Chandra Shrestha are also under consideration.
Nepal Politics
Nepal’s Parliament was formally dissolved on Friday, and fresh elections are scheduled for March 5, 2026, hours after Sushila Karki was sworn in as the country’s new interim PM.
(with ANI inputs)