Editorial photo #13462348 Politics

Balen Hosts Orientation For Newly Elected Representatives After Poll Victory

Newly elected member of the House of Representatives and former rapper turned mayor, Balendra Shah, also known as Balen, associated with the Rastriya Swatantra Party, attends an orientation program in Lalitpur, Nepal, on March 17, 2026. The Rastriya Swatantra Party launches the two-day orientation for newly elected members of the House of Representatives. The program is formally inaugurated by vice-chairs Dol Prasad Aryal and Dr. Swarnim Wagle, who ring the ceremonial bell to officially open the sessions. Notably absent from the event are party chair Rabi Lamichhane and senior leader Balen Shah. (Photo by Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13462348
Date taken: 17 March 2026
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Photographer: Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto
Category: Politics

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