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Nepal's youngest PM, ex-rapper 'Balen' sworn in after historic election victory
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Ex-rapper Balendra "Bal" Shah was officially inaugurated on March 27 at Shital Niwas as the newest Prime Minister of Nepal following a decisive electoral mandate. Ram Chandra Paudel administered his oath under Article 76(1), marking him not only by age but also for being one of Asia's youngest leaders to assume office in recent history. This historic transition follows Shah sweeping victory over opposition parties, cementing the formation of an all-party coalition government that includes key figures such as KP Sharma Oli and Pushpa Kamal Dahal "Prachanda".
Key Points
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1Balendra 'Balen' Shah has been sworn in as Nepal's youngest Prime Minister since he became a rapper.
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2Shah assumed office on Friday, March 27 following his landslide victory and appointment under Article 76(1) of the Constitution by President Ramchandra Paudel at Shital Niwas (the Presidential Office).
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3"Historic first" headlines highlight Shah's unique background as a rapper-turned-politician leading Nepal.
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4The swearing-in ceremony was conducted with significant attention to astrology, marking an auspicious time for the new leader.
Developments
[Mar 27]
Balendra Shah sworn in as Prime Minister of Nepal after sweeping election victory; oath administered by President Ramchandra Paudel at Shital Niwas under Article 76(1) of the Constitution.
[Before Mar 27]
President appointed Balendra Shah as Prime Minister earlier in the day prior to Friday's swearing-in ceremony.
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