Nepal’s interim administration has introduced its first set of ministers. Prime Minister Sushila Karki has entrusted three leaders with cabinet responsibilities: Kulman Ghising, Ram Aashor Khanal, and Om Prakash Aryal. The trio took their oath at Sital Niwas, the presidential residence in Kathmandu, on Monday. Each of them has professional ties to India, underscoring Karki’s inclination toward competence and proven experience over political bargaining.
In another landmark move, Karki appointed Senior Advocate Savita Bhandari as attorney general. This marks the first time a woman has ever held the post in Nepal. Daughter of the 99-year-old lawyer Krishna Prasad Bhandari, she is being hailed as a symbol of progress for women in the legal field and a step toward broader representation in the country’s judiciary.
Profiles Of The New Ministers
Kulman Ghising
Known as Nepal’s most reliable name in the power sector, Ghising earlier headed the Nepal Electricity Authority and earned credit for ending the country’s crippling load-shedding. His work as an engineer and reformer has reshaped public services, winning him the title “Power Hero.” A graduate of the Regional Institute of Technology in Jamshedpur, India, he brings both technical skill and administrative clarity. His role in the cabinet signals that energy reform and infrastructure will be central priorities of the new government.
Ram Aashor Khanal
Khanal, a former finance secretary, has long been associated with Nepal’s economic resilience. He is known for rescuing the financial system during crises, drafting tax reforms, and steering national budgets. His international representation of Nepal and his links with India make him a bridge for economic cooperation. His presence in the cabinet reflects Karki’s emphasis on stability and sustainable growth.
Om Prakash Aryal
Aryal is a veteran advocate and human rights defender with a long record of public interest litigation. He has argued crucial cases in the Supreme Court, focusing on accountability, constitutional integrity, and anti-corruption reforms. His collaboration with Indian legal circles and his outspoken defense of judicial independence underline his credibility. His appointment highlights the government’s resolve to strengthen democratic institutions and judicial reforms.
Political Context
Karki took charge in the wake of widespread Gen-J protests, which demanded sweeping political reforms. The public unrest created both urgency and expectation, leaving her administration tasked with delivering stability while restoring faith in governance.
Kathmandu is already showing signs of renewal. Markets are bustling, traffic is steady, and aerial footage depicts a city regaining its rhythm.
Rising Expectations
Citizens are looking to the new leadership for immediate action and steady progress. The arrival of respected figures like Ghising and the historic naming of Savita Bhandari send a clear message that Karki intends to govern differently. With the formal induction of the ministers and the attorney general, Nepal enters a new phase of leadership where efficiency and inclusivity are expected to guide the path forward.
