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Sudan Gurung Resigns as Nepal's Home Minister Amid Scrutiny

4/22/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Sudan Gurung, Nepal's Home Minister, resigned on April 22, 2026, to ensure a fair probe and avoid conflicts.
Gurung took office on March 27 and helped lead Gen Z protests that led to the formation of the current government.
His departure is the second resignation in the new administration, which has faced scrutiny over transparency.
Prime Minister Balendra Shah will oversee the Home Ministry until a new appointment is made.

History

Historical Context

The Comprehensive Peace Accord, signed on September 21, 2006, ended a decade-long civil war in Nepal, which began in 1996 when the Maoist party sought to establish a democratic republic. This conflict resulted in approximately 13,000 deaths and led to significant political changes, including the Maoists' rise to power and ongoing struggles for transparency and accountability in governance, as seen in Sudan Gurung's recent resignation.

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Story summary

Sudan Gurung, Nepal's Home Minister, resigned on April 22, 2026, to ensure a fair probe and avoid conflicts.
Gurung took office on March 27 and helped lead Gen Z protests that led to the formation of the current government.
His departure is the second resignation in the new administration, which has faced scrutiny over transparency.
Prime Minister Balendra Shah will oversee the Home Ministry until a new appointment is made.

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