Nepal Politicians Balen Shah, Rabi Lamichhane Form Election Alliance

Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah and Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane have formed a seven-point electoral alliance for the upcoming March 5, 2026, House of Representatives elections in Nepal. Shah will be the prime ministerial candidate, while Lamichhane will lead the RSP. This alliance aims to challenge traditional political parties by leveraging youth support.

• Balen Shah and Rabi Lamichhane inked a seven-point agreement.
• Balen Shah will be the prime ministerial candidate.
• Rabi Lamichhane will continue as the chairperson of RSP.
• The alliance aims to address youth demands and challenge established parties.
• The RSP's name, flag, and election symbol will remain unchanged.
• Elections are scheduled for March 5, 2026.

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