Thursday, 25 September 2025
Kathmandu – On Thursday evening, Interim Prime Minister Sujeela Karki delivered her first national address from Singha Durbar since assuming office. She reaffirmed the government’s commitment to conducting a free, fair, transparent, and fearless election for the House of Representatives on 6 March 2026.
Key Highlights
- Election Commitment: Prime Minister Karki emphasized the government’s dedication to ensuring a credible electoral process and urged citizens to participate enthusiastically to elect capable representatives.
- Overseas Voting: She announced that measures are being explored to enable Nepali citizens abroad to vote in the upcoming election.
- Constitutional Amendments: Karki noted that some demands raised during recent protests fall outside the government’s jurisdiction and can only be addressed through constitutional amendments via the electoral process.
- Anti-Corruption and Good Governance: Addressing the concerns of the Gen Z movement, Karki pledged to tackle corruption and promote good governance. She condemned acts of arson and vandalism during the protests, promising action against those responsible.
- Service Delivery: The government is committed to efficient, hassle-free public services, with mechanisms in place for citizens to report issues like delays, bribery, or mistreatment by officials.
The interim government, led by former Chief Justice Karki, was formed on 12 September 2025, following the Gen Z protests on 8 and 9 September, with a mandate to oversee the upcoming elections.
