Nepal political alliance challenges traditional party dominance

The demonstrations in September tapped into wider public anger at economic stagnation and political corruption in Nepal. - AFP

KATHMANDU: An emerging political bloc in Nepal has gained another heavyweight, with a third key figure joining the new alliance ahead of next year's election, a party member said on Tuesday (Dec 30)

Two of Nepal's most popular political leaders, television host Rabi Lamichhane of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) and Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah, agreed on Sunday to unite their parties for the March 5, 2026, polls.