Rapper-turned-PM tests limits of reform in Nepal

Balendra Shah’s rise from rapper to Nepal’s prime minister has made him an unlikely standard-bearer for political reform. Three months into the job, his aggressive campaign against illegal settlements is winning supporters who want action while alarming critics who see a disregard for due process. The 36-year-old, who became prime minister in March, has moved quickly to implement reforms and remains highly popular, particularly among young people who view him as a break from Nepal’s traditional political establishment. READ: Balen: From rebel outsider to Nepal’s next prime minister But his readiness to push through controversial measures has also drawn scrutiny. […]… Keep on reading: Rapper-turned-PM tests limits of reform in Nepal