The Hindu·3 min read·hard
Nepal’s new government, old concerns: Governance, dissent, shrinking civic space
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Sanjeev Satgainya
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Nepal's new government, led by Balendra Shah, is facing public backlash after 100 days in office due to perceived administrative failures and authoritarian tendencies. Recent incidents, including a self-immolation and poor handling of displaced squatters, have fueled protests and criticism from political analysts.
As Nepal’s new government, led by Balendra Shah, a 35-year-old former Mayor of Kathmandu, completed its first 100 days in office, two incidents within 48 hours laid bare the widening gap between its promises of reform and the realities of governance.
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