Nepal Elections 2026: Balen Shah Defeats KP Sharma Oli | WION
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Published: Mar 08, 2026, 05:15 IST | Updated: Mar 08, 2026, 05:15 IST
In Nepal’s 2026 elections, independent politician Balen Shah has defeated former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, marking a significant political shift in the country.
Shah, who first rose to prominence after winning the Kathmandu mayoral election, secured a major victory against Oli, one of Nepal’s most influential political figures and a former prime minister.
The result signals changing political dynamics in Nepal, with voters backing a candidate seen by supporters as representing a new generation of leadership.
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