Editorial photo #13462356 Politics

Balen Hosts Orientation For Newly Elected Representatives After Poll Victory

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

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Photo ID: #13462356
Date taken: 17 March 2026
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Photographer: Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto
Category: Politics

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