Tag: Nepal Prime Minister Sushila Karki

Nepal Lifts Curfew as Ex-Chief Justice Sushila Karki Sworn In as Interim PM

Karki, 73, was appointed interim PM by President Ramchandra Paudel on Friday following the resignation of KP Sharma Oli amid widespread Gen Z-led protests over corruption, inequality, and the government’s ban on social media platforms.

September 13, 2025

PM Modi Congratulates Sushila Karki on Becoming Nepal’s First Woman Interim Prime Minister, Reaffirms Commitment to Peace and Prosperity

As part of New Delhi’s Neighbourhood First policy, PM Modi has visited Nepal five times since 2014, while Nepalese Prime Ministers have visited India ten times in the same period.

September 13, 2025

Nepal Parliament Dissolved; Fresh Elections Announced for March 2026 After Sushila Karki Takes Charge as Interim PM

According to the President’s Office, the dissolution was approved in the first cabinet meeting convened by Karki at 11 pm, marking the beginning of a six-month transitional government tasked with restoring order and steering Nepal towards polls.

September 13, 2025

India Welcomes Sushila Karki’s Interim Government in Nepal, Hopes for Peace and Stability

Backed by both young protesters and traditional parties, Karki is tasked with restoring order, preparing for elections, and steering Nepal’s development.

September 13, 2025

Sushila Karki Becomes Nepal’s First Woman Interim Prime Minister Amid Political Turmoil

Karki’s appointment comes in the wake of former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s resignation earlier this week, following massive Gen Z–led protests demanding political accountability and a non-partisan leadership.

September 13, 2025