A major political shift has taken place in Nepal as the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), led by former rapper and civil engineer Balendra Shah, has secured an overwhelming majority in the recent parliamentary elections. According to the official results announced by the Election Commission, Shah's party won 182 out of 275 seats in the lower house of parliament, making a significant mark in the country's political landscape. The RSP's triumph marks a remarkable rise in Nepali politics. Balendra Shah, colloquially known as “Balen,” is a 35-year-old political newcomer who founded the party just four years ago. The RSP garnered 125... [Continue Reading]