NEPALI POLITICS

Home Minister Sudan Gurung has officially resigned amid growing scrutiny over his alleged financial ties to a businessman facing a money laundering investigation, saying that “public trust must come before office”. He announced on his social media platform that he has decided to resign to uphold high moral standards and ensure a fair investigation into recent allegations regarding his financial investments and share investments.   He noted that his decision is a response to the growing public demand for transparency and the influence of the Gen Z-led movement, which advocates for accountability in leadership. Gurung, who took office on March 27, 2026 (Chaitra 13, 2082), emphasized that he does not want his presence in the ministry to create a conflict of interest while authorities look into his business dealings. He stated that for him, “ethics is greater than position” and that leadership must be responsible to the people who fought for change. By resigning, he aims to clear his...

Prime Minister Balen Shah led government declares the property details of its ministers interestingly showing 787 tola of gold in total among other fixed assists. Most ministers link their holdings to ancestral property , salaries, business profits , or family savings. The move has triggered intense public scrutiny and debate about accountability at the highest levels of Nepali politics . https://english.nepalnews.com/s/politics/how-wealthy-is-balen-shahs-cabinet-everything-you-need-to-know/ Leading the list, PM Balen Shah has shown around 190 tola of gold (mostly in his wife’s name as ancestral property). Close behind, Industry Minister Gauri Kumari holds 180 tola , reportedly earned through business abroad. Other ministers also hold significant amounts — Home Minister Sudhan Gurung with 89 tola, Labour Minister Ramji Yadav with 80 tola, and Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle with 45 tola . Sr. Nos Name Position Tola 1 B...