Balen Shah Sworn in as Nepal’s Young Prime Minister; Full Cabinet Announced
New government takes charge with a diverse team of ministers, signaling a new era of leadership and reform
Friday, March 27, 2026 by Manik Maharjan
In a historic political transition, Balen Shah has officially taken the oath of office as the young Prime Minister of Nepal, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the nation’s governance. The oath-taking ceremony, held with national significance, also saw the swearing-in of a full cabinet under his leadership.
Leading the government under the banner of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, Prime Minister Balen Shah will also handle the Ministry of Defense, consolidating leadership at a crucial time for the country.
🏛️ Council of Ministers:
- Balen Shah – Prime Minister & Minister of Defense
- Swarnim Wagle – Minister of Finance
- Sudhan Gurung – Minister of Home Affairs
- Shishir Khanal – Minister of Foreign Affairs
- Sobita Gautam – Minister of Law
- Sasmita Pokharel – Minister of Education
- Sunil Lamsal – Minister of Physical Infrastructure and Transport
- Pratibha Rawal – Minister of General Administration / Land, Cooperatives and Poverty Alleviation
- Sita Wadi – Minister of Women, Children and Senior Citizens
- Amaresh Kumar Singh – Minister of Industry, Commerce and Supplies
- Biraj Bhakta Shrestha – Minister of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation
- Nisha Mehta – Minister of Health and Population
- Ganesh Poudel – Minister of Culture and Tourism
- Bikram Timalsina – Minister of Communication and Information Technology
- Dipak Shah – Minister of Labor, Employment and Social Security
- Gita Chaudhary – Minister of Agriculture and Livestock
The formation of this cabinet reflects a blend of experienced leaders and new faces, aligning with the public mandate for reform, transparency, and effective governance.
Speaking after the ceremony, Prime Minister Balen Shah emphasized his commitment to good governance, economic growth, job creation, and strengthening public trust in state institutions. The government is expected to prioritize key sectors such as infrastructure, education, healthcare, and employment.
Political observers are calling this moment a turning point in Nepal’s political history, as a younger generation takes leadership with strong public backing and high expectations.
With the new government now officially in place, attention shifts toward policy implementation and delivering on promises made during the election campaign.
Photo Source: Routine of Nepal Banda
