Sushila Karki Sworn In as Nepal’s First Female Prime Minister

KATHMANDU — Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki officially assumed office as Nepal’s Prime Minister on Sunday morning, marking a historic moment in the country’s political history.

Karki began her day by paying homage to the nation’s martyrs, laying wreaths at the memorials in Lainchaur and Sahidgate, before heading to Singha Durbar to take charge of the interim government.

Appointed on Friday, Prime Minister Karki is tasked with leading the country through the transitional period and overseeing preparations for upcoming elections. Her appointment has been widely celebrated as a milestone for gender equality and democratic leadership in Nepal.