Nepal's General Elections: A New Democratic Chapter
Published on: Jan. 20, 2026, 11:13 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
Nearly 3,500 candidates registered for Nepal's general elections, including prominent figures like former Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah and ex-Prime Ministers K P Sharma Oli and Pushpa Kamal Dahal. Set for March 5, the elections offer 165 seats under direct voting. Prime Minister Sushila Karki emphasizes a peaceful, fair election process.
