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Supporters Of Rastriya Swatantra Party Celebrate Early Election Lead In Kathmandu

Supporters of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) celebrate as early results show the party leading in the parliamentary elections in Kathmandu, Nepal, on March 6, 2026. The vote, held on March 5, records around 60 percent turnout according to preliminary data. Early counts indicate that former rapper and Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah leads as ballot counting continues across the country. Final results are expected by the end of March, with government formation anticipated in April. (Photo by Sanjit Pariyar/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13408339
Date Taken	5 March 2026
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Photographer	Sanjit Pariyar/NurPhoto
Category	Politics
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Sanjit Pariyar/NurPhoto

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