8 reasons why King Birendra is popular in Nepal even today

Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev was arguably the most beloved king of Nepal. Many people who have known and seen the monarchy in Nepal know King Birendra still believe him to be “the king”. But, why is King Birendra so popular in Nepal?

King Birendra was the 10th king of the Shah dynasty kings who ruled Nepal from 1972 to 2001. Birendra, the son of King Mahendra, got his highest degree of education from Harvard University. After King Mahendra died in 1972, he was crowned the king. He is the most loved and popular king Nepal ever knew. Although he achieved excellent things, many people criticised him too.