Nepal's new interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki will hand over power within six months. She took office on after anti-corruption protests killed over 70 people. Karki, a former Supreme Court chief justice, said she accepted the role due to public demand. She aims to work with the 'Gen Z' movement, which wants to end corruption and improve governance. The protests began on after a social media ban. They turned violent, with parliament set on fire. Karki faces challenges like restoring order and rebuilding damaged structures. Elections are set for. (Updated 14 Sep 2025, 15:21 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Nepal's new interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki will hand over power within six months
- She took office on after anti-corruption protests killed over 70 people
- Karki, a former Supreme Court chief justice, said she accepted the role due to public demand