Balen Shah
Balen Shah is the Prime Minister of Nepal, currently 36 years old, and was recently named one of Time's 100 most influential people for 2026. His government is actively engaged in clearing informal settlements, a policy that has drawn both criticism from figures like Harka Sampang and praise from others like Ravindra Mishra.
Summary
Balen Shah is the current Prime Minister of Nepal. He has recently been recognized as one of Time's 100 most influential people for 2026. His administration is actively involved in clearing informal settlements, a move that has garnered both criticism for its approach to displacement and praise for its efforts in urban management.
Recent activity
Harka Sampang criticized his government for demolishing settlements without compensation or relocation.
His birth, oath, and birth star were noted to align with three Vishnu avatars.
His government, one month in, showed energy but limited concrete results.
He was listed among Time's 100 most influential people for 2026.
His government is clearing informal settlements, with residents fearing displacement.
Context
Balen Shah serves as the Prime Minister of Nepal. At 36 years old, he has gained prominence for his direct approach to governance, particularly concerning urban development and the management of informal settlements. His policies in this area have sparked public debate, drawing both support for his decisive actions and concerns regarding the welfare of displaced communities.
- current post
- Prime Minister of Nepal
- role
- Prime Minister
Want to ask about this?
Chito answers across all eight Nepali outlets, in Nepali or English.