Kathmandu witnessed a landmark political moment on Monday (15 September) as three ministers of the Nepal new government were sworn in, signaling the first cabinet expansion under Prime Minister Sushila Karki. The oath ceremony took place at Sheetal Niwas, the presidential residence, where President Ramchandra Paudel administered the oath of office and secrecy to the new cabinet members.
Key Portfolios Announced
Following the swearing-in, Prime Minister Karki, a former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and Nepal’s first female leader to head an interim administration, revealed the allocation of important ministries.
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Rameshwar Khanal has been assigned the Finance Ministry, with the crucial responsibility of stabilizing Nepal’s fragile economy and reviving investor confidence after months of political unrest.
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Om Prakash Aryal will take charge of the Home Ministry along with the Law Ministry, making him one of the most influential ministers in the new setup. His leadership will be central to improving security and initiating overdue legal reforms.
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Kulman Ghising, a respected figure known for his leadership of the Nepal Electricity Authority, has been appointed as Energy Minister. He will also manage the Infrastructure and Urban Development Ministry, a role seen as critical to Nepal’s modernization and long-term development.
Observers welcomed these appointments, noting that the ministers bring technocratic experience and credibility to the interim government.
Restoring Stability After Unrest
The formation of the Nepal new government comes at a pivotal moment. The country has been reeling from weeks of violent protests triggered by corruption scandals and controversial social media restrictions imposed under former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli.
The protests, led largely by Nepal’s Gen-Z population, culminated in Oli’s resignation and widespread political uncertainty. Demonstrators stormed the Parliament House and even the Prime Minister’s Office, while several areas of Kathmandu were set on fire during the chaos.
The appointment of Sushila Karki as Prime Minister is being viewed as a fresh attempt to restore calm and steer the country back toward democratic accountability. Monday’s swearing-in is the first step in building public trust and consolidating authority.
PM Karki’s Strong Warning Against Violence
On Sunday (14 September), ahead of the oath ceremony, Prime Minister Karki delivered a stern warning to those behind the recent violence. She pledged thorough investigations into all criminal acts, promising that those responsible would face justice regardless of their political standing.
“The truth should be revealed to everyone, and those responsible must face justice. Our government will not tolerate violence that endangers peace and democracy,” Karki declared.
Her remarks were widely interpreted as a commitment to transparency and a clear break from the controversies surrounding the previous administration.
Challenges for the New Cabinet
While the inclusion of Khanal, Ghising, and Aryal has generated cautious optimism, experts warn that the Nepal new government faces significant hurdles. The Finance Ministry must tackle rising inflation, unemployment, and dwindling foreign investment. The Home Ministry is expected to rebuild strained relations between citizens and law enforcement. Meanwhile, the Energy and Infrastructure portfolios carry the long-term challenge of modernizing Nepal’s essential services and boosting growth.
Political analysts argue that the interim cabinet must balance immediate stability with structural reforms to retain credibility.
Looking Ahead
The swearing-in of three new ministers marks a decisive step in Nepal’s ongoing transition. For many citizens, it symbolizes hope after weeks of unrest and uncertainty. However, the success of the Nepal new government will ultimately depend on whether it can deliver meaningful reforms, ensure accountability for past violence, and prepare the nation for a stable democratic future.
As Nepal moves forward under Prime Minister Sushila Karki, the country—and its neighbors—will be closely watching whether this fresh chapter brings the peace, governance, and progress that citizens have long been demanding.
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