K P Sharma Oli Sworn In as Nepal's Prime Minister for the Fourth Time

K P Sharma Oli was sworn in as Nepal’s Prime Minister for the fourth time, leading a new coalition government. Oli, the leader of Nepal's largest communist party, was appointed by President Ram Chandra Paudel. Oli succeeds Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' and faces the challenge of political stability in Nepal.

K P Sharma Oli on Monday took the oath of office as Nepal's Prime Minister for the fourth time. He leads a coalition government that includes the Nepali Congress, the largest party in Parliament, and other smaller parties. The swearing-in ceremony, held at Shital Niwas, was delayed due to internal disputes within the Nepali Congress.

Outgoing Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' attended the ceremony. Oli will need to secure a vote of confidence from Parliament within 30 days, a task he is likely to accomplish given his strong backing. This appointment follows the Supreme Court ruling that previously deemed Oli's claim to the premiership unconstitutional.

Nepal has endured 14 different governments in the past 16 years, raising concerns about political stability. Oli's leadership comes with the enormous responsibility of navigating the country through its political turbulence.

(With inputs from agencies.)